Unemployment in Steyr: A look at the current situation in September

Unemployment in Steyr: A look at the current situation in September

In the Steyr region, the labor market situation at the end of September intensified significantly. Current figures show that a total of 4,120 people are without a job, of which 1,405 women and 1,814 men are. In addition, there are 901 people who actively take part in a training measure and are also looking for a job.

The unemployment rate in the region is now 7.2 percent. This represents an increase compared to the previous year when the quota was 6.1 percent. But compared to August 2024, this is a slight decline, because a quota of 7.8 percent was recorded. It should be noted that the current number not only reflects the current situation, but also takes into account long -term trends and changes in the labor market.

long -term unemployment and training positions

of the total of 3,219 unemployed in Steyr and Steyr-Land are 515 people without a job for more than a year. These are 98 people more than in the previous year, which illustrates the worrying situation of long -term unemployment. Such developments often have psychological and social effects on those affected who often feel the feeling of hopelessness in the world of work

At the last month, 71 people were able to find an offer of 109 immediately available apprenticeships. These numbers are a ray of hope, but the new addition of 535 job offers is 25 less than in the previous year. In total, 865 vacancies are currently available, which corresponds to a decline of 399 comparison to last year. The search for new opportunities for job seekers will remain a challenge, and society has to find ways to support those affected.

These statistical data come from the current report of the AMS Upper Austria and are of crucial importance in order to evaluate and plan the effectiveness of programs to combat unemployment. It is to be hoped that measures will be taken to improve the labor market situation in the long term.

For more detailed information about the unemployment situation in Steyr and Steyr-Land, you can be the full report on www.tips.at read.