Research & Reports

Anchorage Employment Report: July 2025

Year over year, Anchorage’s July estimated jobs increased by .7% 154,500. The three fastest-growing sectors were:
Trade, Transportation, and Utilities (2.0%, +700), Education and Health Services (1.4%, +400) Healthcare (2.3%, +500)

Month over month, total Anchorage jobs declined -12.3% (-2,200 jobs) due to annual changes in Local Education and Local Government. Excluding education and local government (which will stabilize next month), employment across all other sectors in Anchorage was estimated to increase by 2.0%, representing a gain of approximately 3,100 jobs.

Each month, AEDC publishes the Anchorage Jobs Report, providing key insights into the city’s labor market. This report highlights local unemployment trends, average work hours, earnings, industry performance, and broader workforce dynamics. By analyzing these indicators, we offer a clear picture of Anchorage’s employment landscape—helping businesses, policymakers, and job seekers make informed decisions.

At a 3.84% unemployment rate, Anchorage’s July Labour market remains very tight.

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