Employers need to consider pay rates in their specific market to attract and retain employees. National trends can provide context, but they lack the detail needed to understand local pay.

Certain metropolitan areas have seen significant growth in base pay. A recent report highlights 11 areas with the highest year-over-year growth.

Further information on pay growth and trends can be found in the August 2026 Pay Insights report, which includes data on various factors such as worker mobility and demographics.