Nonfarm payrolls rose 162k in August, above the 12-month average monthly gain of 31k. Restaurant and food services added 59k and local government education added 42k. Healthcare payrolls rose 13k, below its 12-month average gain of 32k.

2026-09-04

Nonfarm payrolls rose 162k in August, above the 12-month average monthly gain of 31k. Restaurant and food services added 59k and local government education added 42k. Healthcare payrolls rose 13k, below its 12-month average gain of 32k.