The updated US unemployment report shows that there was growth in employment and the economy in California, indicating a stronger recovery than estimated. However, rising fuel price increases are also significantly impacting residents' pockets.
California created an average of 42 percent of the country's new jobs in December 2021 and 11 percent in January 2022—53,600 new jobs—significantly outpacing the country's growth rate.
Governor Gavin Newsom said that the economic recovery has allowed California to better cope with the pandemic, which has translated into more help.