The chart highlights that Texas leads in public sector wage growth at 9.2%, outpacing its private sector growth of 8.7%, indicating significant wage increases in government roles. California follows with 8.5% in public and 7.9% in private sector growth, reflecting its strong labor market. North Carolina (8.3%) and Georgia (8.0%) also show robust public sector wage expansion, while states like Florida (7.8%) and New York (7.5%) demonstrate steady private sector competitiveness with 8.1% and 7.3% growth respectively. Ohio records the lowest public sector growth at 6.9%, yet shows a 7.8% private sector increase, underscoring private-driven economic activity. Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Michigan maintain balanced growth between both sectors, with public sector rates ranging from 6.8% to 7.6%. Overall, the data indicates a slightly stronger wage growth trend in public sector employment, likely influenced by increased state-level spending, workforce retention strategies, and inflation adjustments during this period.
| Labels | Public Sector Growth (%) | Private Sector Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8.5 | 7.9 |
| Texas | 9.2 | 8.7 |
| Florida | 7.8 | 8.1 |
| New York | 7.5 | 7.3 |
| Illinois | 7.0 | 7.5 |
| Pennsylvania | 7.6 | 7.2 |
| Ohio | 6.9 | 7.8 |
| Georgia | 8.0 | 7.6 |
| North Carolina | 8.3 | 8.0 |
| Michigan | 6.8 | 7.4 |
