SALEM — Oregon’s labor market remained largely stable heading into the second half of 2026, with little change in both job vacancy numbers and the statewide unemployment rate, according to the latest reports from the Oregon Employment Department.
Oregon private employers reported 45,400 job openings in the second quarter of 2026 – holding virtually flat compared to the 45,300 openings reported in the first quarter. While vacancies were down 11% compared to spring 2025, they…
