economy

Our Idaho economy continues to be strong, especially as the unemployment rate continues to fall.  Idaho's unemployment rate has now dipped to 3.4 percent in April.

You probably heard about the "North Carolina bathroom bill" that has caused a number of concerts, sporting events, and conventions to cancel.  Now, Boise and Idaho are benefitting.

It seems over the last few months, we've heard Boise job growth continuing to grow and Idaho outpacing the country on new jobs.  Now, we're hearing of a loss of 65 jobs in Boise.

Perhaps it's not "good news," but it's also not "bad news," as Idaho's unemployment rate has remained steady at 3.6 percent as the state led national job growth simultaneously.

Idaho continues to grow, with population expansion, new construction activity, and increases in tourism.  We continue to be a region that has seen consistent growth.

Maybe it's being at the top of all these "best state, best cities, best place to move" lists, but more people are choosing to visit Idaho which is great news for our economy.