U.S. Employment Rises by 584,000 in 2025, Slower Than Prior Year
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth averaged 49,000 per month in 2025, with three months recording losses totaling 212,000 positions—a contrast to the Biden administration's streak of positive monthly gains.
Summary
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that employment in 2025 increased by 584,000 positions, averaging roughly 49,000 per month, significantly lower than 2024's 2 million jobs. Notably, three months in 2025 recorded job losses: June saw 13,000 losses, August had 26,000 losses, and October experienced 173,000 losses, totaling 212,000 positions lost. This marks a departure from 2021 to 2024, when no negative employment months were recorded during Biden's term.
Terms & Concepts
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS): The federal agency that collects and reports economic and employment data in the United States.
- Employment Growth: An economic indicator showing changes in the number of jobs within a given period.