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Construction Employment Grows in Just Under Half of Metro Areas

September 30, 2026No Comments1 Min Read
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Construction employment increases in 177, or 49%, of 360 metro areas between August 2025 and August 2026, as data centers, power projects, and advanced manufacturing plants continue to drive gains in select markets. Houston adds the most construction jobs over the year, while Baton Rouge posts the largest percentage increase;...

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