Figure 18. Over-the-year employment change in components of retail trade, seasonally adjusted, in thousands, 2018 and 2019
Industry 2018 2019

Motor vehicle and parts dealers

10 37

Furniture and home furnishings stores

–4 –6

Electronics and appliance stores

–13 0

Building material and garden supply stores

–7 16

Food and beverage stores

–12 16

Health and personal care stores

1 –10

Gasoline stations

8 15

Clothing and clothing accessories stores

–22 –46

Sporting goods, hobby, book, and music stores

–78 5

Department stores

–43 –19

General merchandise stores, including warehouse clubs and supercenters

38 0

Miscellaneous store retailers

21 –24

Nonstore retailers

2 –16

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.