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There Are Nearly 10 Million Open Jobs? New Report Says Yes

The U.S. workforce is experiencing a massive labor shortage with fewer people participating in the workforce compared to 2020.

Dominic CatacorabyDominic Catacora
November 9, 2023
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The recent America Works Data Center report from the United States Chamber of Commerce paints a stark picture of the current labor market — one that could have lasting implications for the U.S. workforce.  

According to the Chamber, the U.S. is facing a major worker shortage, with 1.47 million fewer people actively participating in the labor force compared to pre-pandemic levels recorded in February 2020. 

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The report reveals that there are 9.6 million job openings nationwide, and 6.4 million unemployed workers in the U.S. The data suggests that even if every unemployed American were to find a job, there would still be 3 million positions unfilled. 

This shortage is not uniform across the country; some states like North Dakota are reportedly experiencing severe deficits, with only 38 workers for every 100 job openings. In contrast, states such as Washington and New York were found to have more available workers than actual job openings. The disparity shows how work opportunities can be geographically fragmented — with some regions struggling to attract workers and others facing fiercer competition for jobs. 

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Interestingly, the labor shortage has not led to a sustained increase in wages. After a spike in hourly pay in 2021 and early 2022, wages have leveled out through 2023 — despite the higher demand for workers. This could suggest that businesses are exploring other strategies to attract and retain talent, such as offering better benefits or work-life balance, rather than relying solely on wage increases. 

The Chamber’s report suggests that the labor market’s current state could lead to greater emphasis on skills and training, and innovative employer strategies to attract and retain a talented workforce.

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Dominic Catacora is a Staff Writer for Allwork.space. He is based in Pittsburgh, PA. He graduated from Radford University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Media Studies - Journalism. He has previously covered the Historic Triangle as a journalist living in Williamsburg, Va, and is now focused on writing related to the future of work.

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