Tri-Cities Job Growth Outpaces National Hiring Slowdown
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The Johnson City and Kingsport-Bristol metro areas continued adding jobs over the past year, even as hiring across the nation nearly stalled. Healthcare and hospitality supported growth in both local markets, but the region’s increasing dependence on a small number of industries could create challenges later this year.
The Johnson City metro area added approximately 700 jobs between June 2025 and June 2026, increasing employment from 86,000 to 86,700. Retail trade led the market by adding about 400 jobs—an especially notable gain because retailers in many other markets have reduced staffing as consumers increasingly shop online.
Private education and healthcare added another 300 jobs in Johnson City, while leisure and hospitality gained…
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