Average Annual Pay Per Employee

New data from the 2023 County Business Patterns report reveals wide disparities in average annual pay across U.S. economic sectors. While the overall average stands at $68,342, industries like Information ($149,198), Finance and Insurance ($128,997), and Utilities ($127,240) lead the pay scale. Meanwhile, sectors such as Accommodation and Food Services and Retail Trade fall significantly below the national average. These figures offer a snapshot of workforce compensation trends and help frame ongoing discussions about economic equity and labor market priorities.