Chart 10. Over-the-year employment change in retail trade, by component industry, seasonally adjusted, 2021 (in thousands)
Industry Employment change

Motor vehicle and parts dealers

23

Furniture and home furnishings stores

14

Electronics and appliance stores

2

Building material and garden supply stores

-50

Food and beverage stores

-25

Health and personal care stores

90

Gasoline stations

22

Clothing and clothing accessories stores

102

Sporting goods, hobby, book, and music stores

31

General merchandise stores

115

Miscellaneous store retailers

65

Nonstore retailers

36

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.