Immigration Arrests Drive Up Construction Labor Costs in Jacksonville
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What happened
Immigration arrests are impacting the construction industry in Jacksonville. Employers are blaming these raids for rising housing costs. A builder in Jacksonville noted that framers, whose wages previously averaged $20 an hour, may now cost $40 an hour or more due to labor shortages.
Why it matters
The shortage of undocumented labor, which is being affected by immigration arrests, is driving up construction expenses. Employers cite this increase in labor costs as a factor contributing to rising housing costs.
Who's involved
- JacksonvilleCity where construction labor shortages and cost increases are occurring
Who could feel it
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Might track higher housing prices as construction labor costs increase
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The entities involved
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Jacksonville
city in Duval County, and largest city in State of Florida, United States