Research & Reports

Anchorage Employment Report: November 2025

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.

Year over year, Anchorage’s November change from 2024 to 2025 added 5,400 jobs, a 5.6% increase from the prior year. The three fastest-growing sectors were: Trade, Transportation & Utilities (3.2%, +1,100), Transportation/Warehouse/Utilities (7.9%, +1,100), and Leisure & Hospitality (5.0%, +800).

Month over Month, jobs remained relatively stable with October 2025, except for the construction industry which saw a decrease of 1,300 jobs. This is reflective of a yearly pattern due to seasonal slowdown and is anticipated to pick back up in Q2 2026.

At a 4.1% unemployment rate, Anchorage’s Labor market remains very tight.