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US Compensation Costs Rise 0.8% in Third Quarter, Up 3.4% Over the Year

30 Oct 2026 8:30 a.m. · Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Bureau of Labor Statistics data show civilian worker compensation costs climbed 0.8% from June to September 2026, with wages up 3.1% and benefits up 3.9% over the year.

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