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Detroit Job Market Report

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Welcome to "Detroit Job Market Report," your go-to podcast for the latest insights, trends, and analysis of the job market in Detroit. Whether you"re a job seeker, employer, or just curious about the economic landscape, we cover everything from emerging industries to key employment data and career tips. Stay ahead of the curve with expert interviews, workforce development updates, and actionable advice to help you succeed in Detroit"s dynamic job market. Tune in to keep your finger on the pulse and

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4:43

Detroit's Steady Growth and Diverse Job Opportunities...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/08/15

As of mid-August 2025, the Detroit job market reflects moderate growth with a stable yet elevated unemployment rate. According to the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget, the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area held a seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 4.8 percent in July, unchanged from the previous month but up 0.2 percentage points over the past year. While this rate remains higher than the national average of 4.2 percent, Detroit’s workforce grew by 5,000 in July and

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3:29

"Detroit's Evolving Job Market: Diversifying Beyond...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/08/08

Detroit’s job market in August 2025 shows ongoing recovery and diversification, with nearly 48,000 jobs open in the metro region according to Indeed. It continues to move beyond its historic dependence on automotive manufacturing, with expanding sectors like technology, healthcare, logistics, and defense, as acknowledged by Women We Admire. The city’s economic revitalization is attracting businesses nationwide, supported by the Detroit Regional Partnership and the Michigan Economic Development

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3:54

"Detroit's Shifting Job Market: Recovery, Challenges,...

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2025/08/04

Detroit’s job market is showing signs of gradual recovery and shifting dynamics in 2025, but still faces persistent challenges. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics as reported by diane ravitch dot net, the national unemployment rate sits at 4.2 percent, with employment numbers remaining relatively flat in recent months as job creation has slowed compared to previous years, and downward revisions have affected earlier estimates. There is no recent Detroit-specific unemployment rate

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4:05

Detroit's Shifting Jobs Landscape: Tech, Healthcare,...

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2025/08/01

Detroit’s job market in mid-2025 is experiencing a slowdown, mirroring national trends. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and as echoed by both CBS News and Yahoo Finance, total nonfarm payroll employment across the U.S. in June increased by 147,000, with the unemployment rate for July ticking up to 4.2 percent, the highest since the pandemic’s initial years and likely slightly higher for Detroit, given the city’s historical averages. Job creation has softened, with only 73,000 jobs

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3:22

Detroit's Evolving Job Landscape: Small Biz, Tech,...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/07/28

Detroit’s job market in mid-2025 is characterized by steady transformation, mixed signals, and shifting sector dynamics. Over 50 percent of Detroiters are employed by small businesses, underscoring the city’s reliance on an entrepreneurial ecosystem, as reported by Crain’s Detroit. However, the hiring environment remains cautiously optimistic following a substantial year-over-year decline in job postings—job opening levels in the wider region dropped by 28 percent in May 2025 according to Bureau of

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3:17

Detroit's Slow but Steady Economic Recovery - Jobs,...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/07/25

Detroit’s job market is currently marked by a slow but steady recovery, with the unemployment rate expected to reach 7.6 percent in 2025 before gradually declining to around 6.9 percent by 2028, according to the University of Michigan Economic Forecast. This is higher than both the state and national averages, indicating ongoing economic challenges for the city. Despite these hurdles, payroll job recovery in Detroit reached pre-pandemic levels by mid-2024, signaling progress even amid persistent

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3:58

Detroit's Evolving Job Market: Diversification,...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/07/21

Detroit’s job market in mid-2025 reflects a diversified employment landscape marked by ongoing industrial transformation and persistent challenges. Although affordability remains a strong point for Detroit, hiring and wages tend to lag behind major growth cities; according to a 2025 ADP research report, Detroit ranks lower in both hiring rates and average entry-level salaries for recent college graduates. The city retains a reputation for reasonable living costs, which helps attract talent despite

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3:23

Detroit's Resilient Job Market: Navigating Shifts,...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/07/18

Detroit's current job market is showing resilience and adaptation amid ongoing economic shifts. According to ADP Research, Detroit continues to maintain a strong hiring rate, although it faced increased competition for job availability from cities like Tulsa this year. Despite this, Detroit's hiring metrics remain robust, with steady demand across both established and emerging industries. The regional median annual wage lags behind national leaders but stays competitive, reflecting a balance between

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3:23

Detroit's Evolving Job Market: Diversification,...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/07/14

Detroit’s job market in 2025 is defined by steady diversification, renewed industry confidence, and persistent affordability challenges. According to Indeed, listeners can find more than 46,000 jobs currently available in the Detroit area, indicating a robust demand for workers across sectors. The employment landscape is heavily influenced by the healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, and aerospace industries, with major employers including McLaren Health Care and Henry Ford Health, both of which

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3:30

Detroit's Uneven Recovery: Jobs, Inequality, and the...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/07/11

Detroit’s job market in 2025 is demonstrating gradual but meaningful improvement after years of economic hardship, with significant new investments and ongoing challenges. According to The Pernateam, unemployment in Detroit remains above the U.S. average, but is much lower than during the economic crisis of the late 2000s, and job opportunities are expanding. The median household income in Detroit is about $38,000, half the national median, and the poverty rate stands high at nearly 34 percent,

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3:40

Detroit's Evolving Job Market: Manufacturing, Tech,...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/07/11

Detroit’s job market in 2025 is marked by robust activity, steady hiring, and pockets of volatility shaped by both traditional strengths and emerging sectors. According to CNBC, Michigan is now ranked the sixth best state for business in the country, with Detroit recognized as a top-three tech talent leader and a large manufacturing hub. Manufacturing, healthcare, retail, technology, and logistics remain the backbone of employment in Detroit. Stellantis continues to be a major employer, not only at

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3:30

Detroit's Job Market Transformation: Resilience, Tech...

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2025/07/09

Detroit’s job market in mid-2025 presents a complex picture marked by resilience and ongoing challenges. According to WalletHub, Detroit currently holds the highest unemployment rate among major U.S. cities at 11.4 percent, paired with a median household income just above $38,000, the lowest in the nation after adjusting for cost of living. The city’s overall economic stress is compounded by high poverty and crime rates, as well as persistent health and financial concerns. Despite these issues,

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3:23

"Detroit's Evolving Job Market: Challenges, Recovery,...

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2025/07/09

Detroit’s job market in mid-2025 remains shaped by both longstanding structural challenges and recent signs of recovery. According to WalletHub and CBS News Detroit, the city currently registers the highest unemployment rate in the nation at 11.4 percent, with a median household income just over $38,000 and the country’s highest poverty rate at 31.5 percent. Despite these difficulties, Detroit’s employment landscape includes large and diverse sectors: automotive manufacturing, health care,

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3:19

Detroit's Volatile Job Market: Navigating Growth and...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/06/23

The job market in Detroit presents a mixed picture, marked by both challenges and some positive trends. Despite being ranked as one of the worst job markets in the U.S., Detroit has seen some employment growth, particularly in certain sectors.The employment landscape in Detroit is volatile, with the city's unemployment rate averaging 10.4% in the fourth quarter of 2024, up 2.8 percentage points from the previous year. However, this rate has fluctuated significantly, ranging from 7.4% in April to

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3:32

Navigating Detroit's Job Market: Volatility,...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/06/18

The job market in Detroit has been marked by volatility and mixed trends in recent periods. Despite some gains, the city faces significant challenges. In Q4 2024, Detroit's unemployment rate averaged 10.4%, which is a 0.2 percentage point decrease from the previous quarter but a 2.8 percentage point increase from the same period a year earlier. The labor force in Detroit declined by 5,300 residents during this quarter, indicating broader challenges in household employment.Employment in Detroit's

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3:02

"Detroit's Uneven Job Market: Challenges and...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/06/16

The job market in Detroit presents a mixed picture, marked by both challenges and some areas of growth. Despite ranking as the second worst job market in the U.S. according to a WalletHub report, there are sectors that have shown significant improvement.The employment landscape in Detroit is volatile, with the unemployment rate averaging 10.4% in the fourth quarter of 2024, an increase of 2.8 percentage points from the previous year. However, employment in blue-collar industries and lower-education

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3:03

Detroit's Evolving Job Market: Challenges, Growth,...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/06/16

The job market in Detroit presents a mixed picture, reflecting both challenges and some areas of growth. Despite ranking as one of the most challenging job markets in the U.S., according to WalletHub, Detroit has seen some positive trends in certain sectors.Employment in Detroit's blue-collar industries and lower-education services increased by 4.1% and 3.3%, respectively, in Q2 2024, driven largely by gains in manufacturing employment. However, the city's labor force declined by 5,300 residents in

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3:19

Detroit's Evolving Job Market: Resilience Amid...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/06/16

The job market in Detroit presents a mixed picture, with both challenges and areas of growth. Despite ranking as one of the most challenging job markets in the U.S., Detroit has seen some positive trends in certain sectors.Employment in Detroit's blue-collar industries and lower-education services increased by 4.1% and 3.3%, respectively, in Q2 2024, driven largely by gains in manufacturing employment. However, the city's unemployment rate averaged 10.4% in Q4 2024, which is up 2.8 percentage points

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3:07

Detroit's Evolving Job Market: Navigating Challenges...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/06/09

The job market in Detroit presents a complex and evolving landscape, marked by both challenges and opportunities. Despite historical ties to the automotive industry, the city is diversifying into various sectors.The employment landscape in Detroit has shown mixed signals. In Q2 2024, employment in blue-collar industries and lower-education services increased by 4.1% and 3.3%, respectively, driven largely by gains in manufacturing employment. However, the city's labor force declined by 5,300

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2:51

Detroit's Evolving Job Market: Tech Boom Amidst...

Detroit Job Market Report ·

2025/06/04

The job market in Detroit is characterized by a mix of challenges and opportunities. Despite a volatile labor market, there are notable gains in certain sectors. In Q2 2024, employment in blue-collar industries and lower-education services increased by 4.1% and 3.3%, respectively, driven largely by manufacturing employment.Detroit's unemployment rate averaged 10.4% in Q4 2024, a slight decrease from the previous quarter but an increase of 2.8 percentage points from the same period a year earlier

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