County data show uneven U.S. job growth and rising wages in early 2026
BLS data show U.S. employment barely grew through March while wages rose across most large counties, with sharp differences by place and industry.
BLS data show U.S. employment barely grew through March while wages rose across most large counties, with sharp differences by place and industry.
Unemployment declined in 93 Tennessee counties in July, while reported county rates ranged from 2.8% to 5.8%. The next county update is scheduled for September 24.