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Economics
Jun 04, 2026
U.S. House Price Appreciation Slows from Rapid Pandemic-era PaceHigher mortgage rates, persistent affordability challenges and softer demand weighed on price growth nationally. Local market conditions varied, with some states and metro areas seeing solid gains while others saw declining or flattening house prices.
Labor | Workforce Development
Jun 04, 2026
Highest Paid Occupations in Construction in 2025The median wage of payroll workers in construction was $61,370 in 2025, with the top 25% earning at least $83,480. In comparison, the U.S. median annual wage was $50,980, while the highest paid 25% earned at least $80,520.
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Economics
Jun 03, 2026
House Price Appreciation by State and Metro Area in the First Quarter of 2026U.S. house prices continued to rise in the first quarter of 2026, but appreciation slowed markedly from the rapid pace seen during the pandemic-era housing boom.
Economics
Jun 03, 2026
State-Level Employment Situation: April 2026State labor market conditions remained generally positive in April, with most states recording employment gains despite signs of moderating national job growth.
Economics
Jun 02, 2026
Slight Increase for Construction Job OpeningsThe number of open positions in the construction sector edged higher in April, per the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS).