On December 13, 2025, the Idaho Department of Labor released its monthly report on the state's labor market, showing strong growth and positive trends in employment for the month of November.According to the report, Idaho added approximately 6,000 new jobs in November, marking the 10th consecutive month of job growth in the state. This brings the total number of jobs added in Idaho so far this year to over 50,000, a significant increase compared to the same period last year.The unemployment rate in Idaho also saw a slight decrease in November, dropping to 3.5% from 3.7% in October. This is well below the national average unemployment rate of 4.2%, indicating that Idaho's economy continues to outperform the rest of the country.Several industries in Idaho showed particularly strong job growth in November, including construction, healthcare, and professional services. The construction sector added over 1,500 new jobs, driven by ongoing infrastructure projects and a booming housing market. The healthcare industry saw an increase of 1,200 jobs, reflecting the continued demand for healthcare services in the state. Professional services also showed significant growth, adding over 1,000 new jobs in fields such as accounting, consulting, and technology.Despite the positive indicators, there are still some challenges facing Idaho's labor market. The report noted that the labor force participation rate remained relatively unchanged in November, hovering around 63%. This suggests that there is still room for improvement in terms of getting more people back into the workforce.Overall, the November labor market report paints a positive picture for Idaho, with strong job growth and a shrinking unemployment rate. If these trends continue, Idaho is well-positioned to maintain its status as one of the fastest-growing economies in the country.