Economists had expected 90,000 new jobs
Nevada's unemployment rate dropped slightly last month.
Nevada's July jobs report shows gains in Reno and across the state, but the labor market also saw shifts.
Free health services, books, and more await families at a community event with limited offerings.
The Federal Reserve's favored measure of inflation grew more slowly last month, but remained above the central bank's 2% target.
Inflation has exceeded the Fed’s 2% target since early 2021 when the U.S. economy overheated as it roared back from COVID-19 lockdowns.
The seasonally adjusted total number of nonfarm jobs in Nevada was 1,614,100, an increase of 2.3% over the past year and an increase of 3,800 jobs since May 2026.
U.S. inflation cooled last month as the cost of gas, clothes, and used cars fell, providing some relief to consumers.
Fed policymakers “have no tolerance for persistently elevated inflation,” Kevin Warsh said in written remarks.
According to a report from Sierra Nevada Realtors from June 2026, home inventory and new listings are down, while sale prices and closed sales are up.