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Raises Didn't Keep Up With Inflation | Oakland News
American paychecks surged 38% since 2019—yet most workers felt broke. Inflation spiked 9% in 2022, eating up gains. Low-wage workers saw the biggest wins (up 9.4% after inflation), while top earners got smaller raises (just 2.6%). Surprisingly, roles like nursing assistants and waiters outpaced inflation by over 10%—thanks to menu hikes and tips. Overall, wages rose 5.9% from 2019 to 2026, a rare bright spot after decades of stagnation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level…
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