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San Francisco employment growth has yet to turn positive, despite a drop in layoffs

Office-using sectors continue to struggle as tech downsizing weighs on recovery
CoStar Analytics
January 13, 2026 | 7:43 P.M.

The job market in San Francisco remains lackluster, with total employment levels lower than they were a year ago. However, while hiring remains weak, layoff activity has also declined, suggesting that job growth may return to positive territory in 2026.

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News | San Francisco employment growth has yet to turn positive, despite a drop in layoffs