Texas and Louisiana have the largest number and percent of 12-month increases, while California and Alaska lag; Florida and New Mexico lead in monthly gains, while New Jersey and Maine have the biggest and steepest losses.
Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of BLS data found the national construction unemployment rate fell to 5 percent in December 2025, with 60 percent of states posting year-over-year improvement and all but five states remaining below 8 percent.
Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of BLS data found the national construction unemployment rate fell to 5 percent in December 2025, with 60 percent of states posting year-over-year improvement and all but five states remaining below 8 percent.
As U.S. construction spending climbs toward $2.23 trillion, a new analysis by Astrak reveals the best places for construction professionals to live and work in 2025.
A new industry survey finds 92 percent
of construction firms face hiring challenges, leading to delays, higher costs, and renewed calls for workforce and immigration reforms.