Industrial employment sectors have experienced substantial employment expansion over the last year, recording an annualized net gain of 32,200 jobs across the metro.

1. Detroit
• Industrial employment sectors have experienced substantial employment expansion over the last year,
recording an annualized net gain of 32,200 jobs across the metro. Employment gains were led by the
manufacturing sector, which added 14,200 jobs year-over-year, suggesting continued growth in demand
for warehouse space.
Source: JLL Research
Chart of the week: July 27, 2015
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Mining, Logging & Construction Trade,Transportation & Utilities Manufacturing Other Services
Manufacturing is driving Detroit’s job market