North Carolina Meets Major Employment Milestone Adding More Than 300,000 New Jobs Since 2013 | Eastern North Carolina Now

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    Raleigh, N.C.     New statewide employment data released today reveals that North Carolina has reached a major milestone adding more than 300,000 new jobs since Governor Pat McCrory entered office in 2013.

    "In more positive news for our state's economy, North Carolina has added more than 300,000 new jobs and our unemployment rate has declined to pre-recession levels," said Governor McCrory. "This is evidence that our pro-growth economic policies and business-friendly environment has made North Carolina a global destination for jobs, business and talent."

    The statewide unemployment report reveals that North Carolina's unemployment rate has decreased to 4.9 percent, converging with the national unemployment rate and returning to pre-recession levels.

    Since January 2013, unemployment is down in all 100 counties. Under Governor McCrory's leadership, North Carolina's economy is one of the fastest growing in the nation and has added the 6th most jobs in the country.

  • Contact: Crystal Feldman
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