Maryland's workforce decreased by 3,200 jobs in August 2025, with federal job losses continuing to impact the state's employment numbers, according to new estimates released Friday by the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

The decline included 2,000 private sector jobs and 1,200 public sector jobs. Federal employment drove the public sector decrease, with 2,500 federal jobs lost in August.

Since January, Maryland has lost 15,100 federal jobs.

What sectors gained and lost jobs?

Construction led employment gains with 2,700 new jobs in August. Accommodation and food services added 1,400 jobs, while professional, scientific and technical services gained 600 positions, according to the BLS.

Private educational services added 500 jobs. Real estate and rental and le

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