Birmingham-Hoover Metro Area Industry Wages Exceed Alabama, but Wages Lag Behind the United States Industry Wages

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The overall industry wages in Birmingham-Hoover, AL can be understood as being relatively high when compared to other Metro Areas throughout the US in the 2nd quarter of 2006. The industry wages are 12.1 percent higher than the state, which accounted an average of $34,182. The average pay was less than the national industry average of $40,259.

About: These facts are part of the eCanned.com Industry Analysis Series.

Datasource: U.S. Department of Labor. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW). Private Sector Employment Only.