Despite the 10% wage funding increase in January 2023, low wages remain a significant issue in our sector, with 90% of workers earning an average of $21.77 per hour. To support ongoing efforts for fair compensation, ACDS is proud to present The Chronic Wage Issue. This document provides a concise overview of sector wages, with comparisons to competing industries.

We encourage you to use this brief in your advocacy efforts and inform us of its effectiveness as a tool.