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State and Metro Area Employment, Hours, & Earnings
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Upcoming Changes to the Establishment Survey Birth-Death Model
Effective with the release of January 2026 data, the establishment survey will change the birth-death model by incorporating current sample information each month. The change follows the same methodology applied to the April through October 2024 forecasts during the 2024 post-benchmark period (see question 9 in the CES Birth-Death Model Frequently Asked Questions page).
Last Modified Date: December 15, 2025