US Added 60,000 Jobs in September: Best Month of 2025

The US added 60,000 jobs in September, the best month of 2025, according to Revelio Labs. The gain was led by jobs in education, health services, and retail trade, while leisure and hospitality, and business services saw declines. The Revelio number is notable as it suggests the labor picture is not as bad as ADP indicated. The BLS did not release the September jobs report due to the ongoing government shutdown.

The U.S. economy added 60,000 jobs in September 2025, according to Revelio Labs, marking the best month of the year so far. The gain was primarily driven by sectors such as education, health services, and retail trade, while leisure and hospitality, and business services experienced declines. This data stands out as it suggests the labor market may not be as weak as previously indicated by ADP.

Revelio Labs' September edition of Revelio Public Labor Statistics (RPLS) provides a detailed snapshot of the U.S. labor market. The report highlights a broad slowdown, with employment gains of 60,000 for the month, which was just above expectations. This figure is notable as it suggests a more positive labor market picture compared to ADP's estimates. Active job postings declined by 0.6% month-over-month, and salaries from new job postings decreased by 0.3%. Both hiring and attrition rates also fell by 0.1 percentage points, indicating continued weakening in labor market dynamism.

The data from Revelio Labs is particularly significant given the ongoing government shutdown, which prevented the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) from publishing its official jobs report for September. Using a regression model built on historical correlations with both RPLS and ADP data, Revelio Labs estimates that the BLS would have reported approximately 38,000 jobs gained in September. This discrepancy underscores the importance of independent measures like RPLS in providing clarity during times of uncertainty.

The Revelio Public Labor Statistics (RPLS) dataset is built from 100+ million U.S. profiles, providing a clear view of workforce dynamics. It tracks employment levels, wages, and job transitions at a scale that traditional surveys cannot, offering a continuous picture of the labor market. This comprehensive approach allows Revelio Labs to provide detailed insights into the U.S. workforce for policymakers, businesses, and the public.

The September 2025 release highlights changes in employment by sector, with notable increases in education and health services, and retail trade. However, sectors such as leisure and hospitality, and professional and business services experienced declines. Salaries from new job postings varied by sector, with some sectors seeing increases while others saw decreases.

In conclusion, while the U.S. economy added 60,000 jobs in September 2025, the labor market continues to show signs of slowing down. The Revelio Labs data provides a valuable alternative to the BLS report, offering insights into the current state of the labor market. As the government shutdown persists, independent measures like RPLS will play a crucial role in providing clarity and informing policy decisions.