Mobile Leaders Aren't Happy About Job Loss Report

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City officials in Mobile aren’t buying into a recent New York Times report that claims the area lost jobs over the past few years.

The report suggests Mobile County saw fewer jobs in 2023 compared to 2019, but local leaders say that’s not the whole story.

“There are plenty of good jobs in Mobile, and even more are coming,” Mayor Sandy Stimpson said.

He made it clear the city is focused on helping locals get ready for these new opportunities.

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Are the Numbers Telling the Whole Story?

The New York Times says Mobile lost about 0.2% of its jobs since 2019, with drops in manufacturing and business services.

But on the flip side, sectors like construction and transportation are growing.

Local officials, though, aren’t too worried.

They point to data showing a slight increase in jobs, plus several big projects in the works that will bring even more jobs in the near future.

Bradley Byrne, head of the Mobile Chamber, said the area is seeing “substantial job growth,” and the numbers in the report may not reflect the full picture.

What Does This Mean for People in Mobile?

If you’re in Mobile, the report might feel like bad news, but city leaders are saying there’s no need to panic.

More businesses are opening, and big employers are sticking around.

In fact, the number of active business licenses in the city has jumped, showing growth not just in big companies but also small businesses and independent contractors.

Mayor Stimpson emphasized that the city's top priority is creating good jobs and making sure locals are ready to fill them.

So, while the report paints a gloomy picture, the outlook for Mobile is looking up.

Baldwin County’s Job Boom

Across the bay, Baldwin County is enjoying solid job growth in almost every sector, according to the same report.

Construction and business services are booming over there, although they did see a small dip in manufacturing jobs.

But with a new aluminum plant set to open soon, they expect that to change quickly.

Overall, both Mobile and Baldwin counties have a lot to look forward to with more job opportunities on the horizon.

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Mobile leaders cry foul on New York Times report showing job losses