DEMING - In a recent revelation of state unemployment data, Luna County has witnessed a concerning surge in unemployment rates, further solidifying its position as the county with the highest unemployment figures in New Mexico. The latest statistics indicate a notable increase of over 2% compared to the previous month, bringing Luna County's unemployment rate to a staggering 12.4%.
This unwelcome trend has become all too familiar for Luna County, as it retains its unfortunate distinction as the only county in the state grappling with double-digit unemployment. A stark comparison to neighboring counties emphasizes the severity of the situation. While Grant County reports a 3.2% unemployment rate, Hidalgo County stands at 3.4%, and the Las Cruces area reports a 4.2% rate.
The contrast extends beyond the immediate region, with Luna County consistently outpacing the state average. Even as New Mexico's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 4.0% in December, up from 3.9% in November and 3.5% in the previous year, Luna County remains disproportionately affected. Last month, the county experienced a more favorable unemployment rate of 9.9%, but the recent surge has erased those gains.
Comparing Luna County to the state's best-performing county, Los Alamos, further underscores the economic challenges faced by Luna residents. Los Alamos boasts the lowest unemployment rate in the state at 1.8%, highlighting the stark contrast between regions.
This unwelcome trend has become all too familiar for Luna County, as it retains its unfortunate distinction as the only county in the state grappling with double-digit unemployment. A stark comparison to neighboring counties emphasizes the severity of the situation. While Grant County reports a 3.2% unemployment rate, Hidalgo County stands at 3.4%, and the Las Cruces area reports a 4.2% rate.
The contrast extends beyond the immediate region, with Luna County consistently outpacing the state average. Even as New Mexico's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 4.0% in December, up from 3.9% in November and 3.5% in the previous year, Luna County remains disproportionately affected. Last month, the county experienced a more favorable unemployment rate of 9.9%, but the recent surge has erased those gains.
Comparing Luna County to the state's best-performing county, Los Alamos, further underscores the economic challenges faced by Luna residents. Los Alamos boasts the lowest unemployment rate in the state at 1.8%, highlighting the stark contrast between regions.
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