Oregon unemployment rate holds steady at 5.0% amid modest job gains - KTVZ

Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) --- Oregon's unemployment rate held mostly steady at 5.0% in September, down slightly from 5.1% in August, according to data released by the Oregon Employment Department. Nonfarm payroll employment in the state grew by 5,800 jobs during the month. Nationally, the U.S. unemployment rate stood at 4.2% in September, up from 4.1% in August. The state's jobless rate has remained within a narrow band between 5.0% and 5.3% for 19 consecutive months, dating back to March 2025. September's job increase followed a revised gain of 2,600 nonfarm payroll jobs in August. Over the past 12 months, total nonfarm payroll employment in Oregon rose by 2,600 jobs, representing a 0.1% increase.