Regional Unemployment Rate Announced for August 2025
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September 19, 2025
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Regional Unemployment Rate Announced for August 2025
Workforce Development Month: A Tribute to Staff at CSCR and Their Community Impact
GADSDEN, JEFFERSON, LEON, & WAKULLA COUNTIES, FL – According to Florida Department of Commerce the regional unemployment rate for Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, and Wakulla counties was 4.7 percent for August 2025. This rate was 0.8 percentage point greater than the region’s year ago rate of 3.9 percent and was 0.3 percentage point above the state rate of 4.4 percent.
Wakulla County’s unemployment rate remained the lowest in the Capital Region at 3.9 percent; Jefferson County was at 4.3 percent; Leon County was at 4.7 percent; and Gadsden County was at 5.5 percent. There were 9,782 unemployed residents in the capital area.
The top six advertised occupations in the Capital Region in August 2025 were as follows:
- Registered Nurses
- Software Developers
- Customer Service Representatives
- Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products
- Computer Occupations, All Other
- Retail Salespersons
In celebration of National Workforce Development Month, CareerSource Capital Region (CSCR) proudly honors the dedication and impact of its systemwide staff who work tirelessly to connect individuals with meaningful employment, support local businesses, and strengthen the economy of the Big Bend region.
Governor Ron DeSantis has officially proclaimed September as Workforce Development Month in Florida, spotlighting the essential role workforce boards play in building a resilient and skilled labor force. CSCR joins this statewide and national celebration by amplifying the stories, services, and successes of its team members across Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon and Wakulla counties.
“Our staff, and the staff off our contracted service providers, are the heartbeat of workforce development in the capital region,” said Charlotte Brown, HR & Communications Director at CSCR. “From career coaching and employer engagement to community outreach and program innovation, their work transforms the lives of our neighbors and their families every day.”
For proof of the incredible efforts of workforce professionals at CSCR, the public is invited to view the newly published 2024–2025 Annual Report, which showcases the impactful work carried out by workforce professionals at CSCR. Highlights include:
- 5,761 career seekers served through paid internships, training scholarships, career counseling, and job search assistance
- 1,489 employers supported with job postings, recruitment events, and professional development services
- Expanded services into Jefferson County, offering weekly career assistance at the Jefferson County K-12 School in Monticello
- Signature events and initiatives included:
- Find a Job Friday – mini hiring fairs held monthly at career centers
- Paychecks for Patriots – veteran hiring fair
- LEAD (Leaders Evolve and Develop) – leadership development training
- Prep for Vets Lunch & Learn – veteran career readiness sessions
“CareerSource Capital Region has been instrumental in helping us find qualified talent quickly. Their team is responsive, professional, and truly understands our hiring needs,” said a Local Employer, in Tallahassee, Fl.
“I was struggling to find work after graduation, but CSCR helped me build a resume, prepare for interviews, and land a paid internship that turned into a full-time job,” said a Career Seeker, in Gadsden County.
Visit the website and follow CareerSource Capital Region on social media to learn about upcoming hiring fairs, recruitment events, workshops and other solutions that are available.
Website: www.careersourcecapitalregion.com
Facebook: CareerSource Capital Region
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/careersourcecapitalregion
Instagram: @careersourcecr
For more information about the Capital Region’s Unemployment Report for August 2025, click here.
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About CareerSource Capital Region
CareerSource Capital Region connects employers with qualified, skilled talent and Floridians with employment and career development opportunities to achieve economic prosperity in Gadsden, Leon and Wakulla counties. Solutions for career seekers include one-on-one career advising, interviewing and resume-writing assistance, employment workshops, and labor market information. Solutions for employers include recruitment assistance, skills assessments for applicants, customized training, and information on tax incentives. Employers and career seekers are matched through the Employ Florida Marketplace system. Most solutions are provided at no cost. This initiative was supported by the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Agriculture as part of awards totaling $6,083,592 with 0% financed from non-governmental sources. Programs funded through CareerSource Capital Region are equal opportunity programs with auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Persons using TTY/TTD equipment use Florida Relay Service 711. A proud partner of the American Job Center network.