Lane County 2020 Economic Indicators

September 2020

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​The effects of the Wildfires

The September Wildfires were traumatic for many people in the Lane County area as many families and businesses were affected. According to Oregon Employment Department, nearly 3,500 employees at 550 businesses in evacuation zones were affected by the wildfires. These numbers do not include those who were outside of the Evacuation Zone but were still affected by the poor air quality.

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Lane County Economic Data

Due to COVID-19, the unemployment rate has risen from this time last year; however, data indicates that unemployment has decreased 2.7% from August of 2020 to September of 2020.

Lane County Employment changes

Due to COVID-19, we have seen a decrease in the workforce and job availability. Companies are limiting expenses throughout this current economic climate.