During the year, there were almost 22 thousand fewer workers in Kuzbass factories. In August 2026, 716.3 thousand people worked in organizations in the region compared to 738.1 thousand a year earlier. The number decreased by 21.8 thousand, or about 3%. The most notable decrease occurred in construction - by 11.9%, to 30 thousand workers. In the metallurgy industry, the workforce decreased by 9.7%, in the coal industry - by 5.6%. In education there were fewer workers by 5.7%, in health - by 2%. There was a slight increase in employment in administrative services, heat supply, information and communication. Telegram | MAX.