10/19/2026
Changing jobs still pays. Workers who switched jobs saw 4.8% base pay gains in September, compared with 3.0% for people who stayed.
Fewer people are making that move. The quit rate held at 1.9% in August, so many strong performers are staying where they are.
For employers, that means the candidates you most want may not be looking. Reaching them often takes more than a job posting.
Our Labor Market Report covers pay, turnover, and hiring data, with a closer look at small businesses.
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