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October 1987

Analyzing employers’ costsfor wages, salaries, and benefits

Felicia Nathan

Employment Cost Index data now provide a breakdown of hourly costs incurred; in March 1987, employee benefits accounted for more than one-fourth of compensation in private industry.

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