South Carolina’s Job Market Shows Strong Momentum as Summer Begins
South Carolina is experiencing a sustained period of job market growth as the state enters the summer season. Recent data released by the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW) reveals promising trends, including a significant number of new jobs added in May and a continued decline in unemployment rates.
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According to the latest figures, the state added 5,400 nonfarm payroll jobs in May, bringing the total number of employed individuals statewide to approximately 2.41 million. This marks a positive step forward in the ongoing effort to strengthen the labor market. The unemployment rate has also seen improvement, falling to 4.1%. Currently, about 105,705 people are estimated to be unemployed, a slight but meaningful decrease from the 106,470 unemployed individuals recorded in April.
Leaders at the Department of Employment and Workforce attribute this progress to a combination of strategic leadership and a favorable business climate within the state. Bryan Grady, Assistant Executive Director of Labor Market Information at SCDEW, emphasized the importance of statewide commitment to economic development.
“From the Governor on down, there’s a strong commitment to making sure we are a state that is open for business and attracting a wide array of industries,” Grady explained. “And we’ve certainly seen that.”
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Regional Highlights: Upstate, Lowcountry, and Midlands
The job market improvements are not limited to one specific region. Both the Upstate and Lowcountry areas have reported particularly low unemployment rates, signaling robust economic activity. Meanwhile, the Midlands region, though not experiencing the same level of population influx as Greenville or Charleston, remains a steady contributor to the state’s overall economic health.
Grady noted that while population growth may be more moderate in the Midlands, its economy remains resilient thanks to key sectors such as state government, higher education through the University of South Carolina, and healthcare systems anchored by major hospitals.
Connecting Job Seekers with Employers
In addition to tracking employment trends, SCDEW officials are actively working to bridge the gap between job seekers and employers. Through initiatives like job fairs and workforce services under the SC Works program, the department is helping individuals find meaningful employment opportunities across the state.
Catherine Hill, a Senior Business Services Consultant with SCDEW, highlighted the success of these efforts. She described how job seekers often leave job fairs with scheduled interviews, which underscores the effectiveness of face-to-face interactions compared to online applications alone.
“South Carolina is connecting people with amazing companies hiring across the state,” Hill said. “Depending on the job you want, we have it, and it works.”
For Hill, one of the most fulfilling aspects of her role is witnessing the personal success stories of those who find employment through these programs. She emphasized the importance of building direct connections between job candidates and potential employers.
“We help people navigate their career paths, provide resources, and create opportunities,” she said. “It’s incredibly rewarding when someone finds a job that fits their skills and aspirations.”
As South Carolina continues to build momentum in its job market, both job seekers and businesses stand to benefit from a growing and dynamic economy.
