This Graphic Shows the Scale of the COVID-19 Hiring Spree

What We’re Showing

This graphic shows job postings for various office occupations in the U.S., covering the period from February 2020 to September 2024. The data was compiled by Indeed and sourced from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.

Key Takeaways 

• The U.S. labor market has returned to pre-pandemic levels.
• After a surge in hiring until the beginning of 2022, both the HR and Software Development sectors experienced a steep decline in job postings
• According to an analysis by Indeed, the job market remains in solid condition; however, further loosening could lead to a significant rise in unemployment.