The Inland Empire and Central Valley have seen the largest growth in low-wage sectors

Percent job growth, Oct 2019-2022

Source: EDD Labor Market Information. NOTES: The regions in this figure are consistent with the ones used in the PPIC Statewide Survey (see regional map). Terciles based on industry average hourly wages through October from SAE. High-wage sectors include information, financial activities, and professional & business services. Middle-wage sectors include construction, manufacturing, health & educational services and government. Low-wage sectors include trade, transportation & utilities, leisure & hospitality, and other services. Get the data Embed