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Private employer health benefits costs surge 7.4%

September 25, 2026 at 04:35 PM
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What You Need To Know

  • The average single-employee cost for state and local government workers was $734.62.
  • 70% of private-sector workers had access to defined contribution retirement plans.
  • The percentage with access to paid sick leave increased slightly.

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