Greenville’s August Report Showcases Job Growth and New Investments in Pitt County

Invest Greenville’s August 2026 labor report highlights positive economic trends in the area, with Pitt County’s unemployment rate dropping to 4%, the lowest since 1990. Data sourced from the Census Bureau and JobsEQ shows manufacturing sectors growing significantly faster than national averages. The key employers in the region include East Carolina University and ECU Health, the latter employing around 7,000 people. Additionally, Invest Greenville is working on diversifying the economy, with major investments from companies like Boviet Solar and Nipro Medical Devices. President and CEO Josh Lewis expresses hope for sustained growth to keep Greenville and Pitt County competitive.