The unemployment rates in the North Bay region have seen consecutive decreases across all six counties, according to data released by the state. Marin County recorded the lowest rate at 3.8%, with Sonoma County at 4.2% and Napa County at 4.1%. The unemployment rate was 5.1% in Solano County, 6% in Mendocino County, and 7.2% in Lake County. The Employment Development Department noted job gains in the private education and health services sector for the 38th consecutive month. However, job losses were reported in the trade, transportation, and utilities sector. Each county showed different patterns of job gains and losses in various sectors including government, construction, and hospitality.

If you are currently facing unemployment in the California area, it’s essential to understand the unemployment benefits and how to access them. For Assistance with questions or help with your California unemployment claim, you should contact the Employment Development Department (EDD). The EDD provides service to millions of people every year who are searching for work, paying taxes, or seeking benefits, so they have extensive experience with these kinds of situations. The fastest way to get through to EDD is to visit www.eddcaller.com. Here, you’ll find additional resources and contact information to reach out to the EDD. You can also use this site to check the status of your EDD payment or raise any related issues you may have.