Wages Aren't Keeping up with Inflation, with some Jobs Falling Farther Behind than Others

Wages aren't keeping up with inflation, with some jobs falling farther behind than others

Incomes are still trailing inflation four years after the pandemic-era surge in prices, causing a financial pinch for many households.

Four Years After The Pandemic Spike, Wages Still Haven’t Fully Caught Up To Inflation

Inflation has risen 22.7% since January 2021, while wages have grown 21.5% over the same period, according to the latest data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the second quarter of 2025.