Wage growth in the U.S., August 2026: 3.1%
Wage growth in the U.S. was 3.1% in August 2026, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Previous month (July 2026): 3.2% (-0.1 pp).
- A year earlier (August 2025): 4%.
- A newer figure is available: 3% in September 2026.
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Other countries in August 2026
| Country | Value |
|---|---|
| UK | 3.7% |
| Canada | 3.68% |
| U.S. | 3.1% |
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Source
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics