Maryland lost 25,000 federal jobs in 2025, federal data show

Bureau of Labor Statistics data show Maryland lost 25,000 federal jobs in 2025, including more than 10,000 jobs in October and November tied to a federal buyout program.

New Bureau of Labor Statistics data show Maryland lost 25,000 federal jobs in 2025. State officials said more than 10,000 of those jobs were lost in October and November after a federal buyout program took effect. The report was described by state leaders as the largest federal-job decline of any state since President Trump took office. Federal jobs make up about 6% of employment in Maryland and about 10% of the state's wages. Reported details: - The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 25,000 federal jobs lost in Maryland during 2025. - More than 10,000 federal jobs were lost in October and November after a federal employee buyout program concluded in September. - State officials said the report shows Maryland has lost more federal jobs since President Trump took office than any other state. - Federal employment represents about 6% of Maryland's total employment and about 10% of the state's wages. Summary: State officials said the job losses are directly affecting Maryland's economy and pointed to federal policy changes. Undetermined at this time.