LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Little Rock officials gathered on Tuesday to tout the region’s job growth.

Bureau of Labor Statistics numbers show 380,038 employed in the Little Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area, the highest ever for the region and an increase of 4,255 jobs since July 2024.

In making the announcement, Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott, Jr. was joined by Pulaski County Judge Barry Hyde, president and CEO of Little Rock Regional Chamber Jay Chesshir, executive director of the Little Rock Port Authority Bryan Day and other community leaders.

Officials said the July jobs report for the region reported 380,038 employed individuals, up 4,255 people from the 375,783 employed in July 2024. This total reflects nearly 40,000 more people working today than in January of 2020.

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