Why is Oregon’s unemployment number so high?
Oregon saw a large increase in unemployment due to the national recession — like every state in the nation. Oregon’s unemployment numbers are slightly higher than average, though. The Oregon Employment Department has conducted many studies to determine additional causes of Oregon’s unemployment numbers. They determined that the two biggest factors are: • Oregon’s lack of large urban concentrations. Businesses set up shop in states with more populous counties to take advantage of the large labor force. • Oregon’s mild climate. A mild climate is welcoming to those who have little or no employment and therefore cannot afford a comfortable home.
