Mississippi jobs reach new all-time high, state social post says
A Facebook post says the number of jobs in Mississippi has reached a new all-time high, crediting residents and economic development efforts for changing the trajectory of the state.
“The number of jobs in Mississippi is once again at a new all-time high!” the post said. It added that this outcome stems from “the people who live here and our economic development efforts,” and that “the victories we’re putting up now are going to last for decades.” The post closed by saying the author was “proud to call myself a Mississippian!”
Record employment levels can signal broad economic momentum: more jobs generally increase household income, expand the tax base and can attract additional private investment. State economic development programs typically promote job growth by courting new businesses, expanding existing employers and investing in workforce training.
Details in the social media message were limited and did not include specific job totals, industry breakdowns or time frames. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
