The job is here, but what about a house?

 

Publication: Springfield Business Journal

Publish Date: July 3, 2025

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"An increased cost of living and a lack of workforce housing in Springfield are creating hurdles for employee attraction and retention. In Springfield Business Journal’s 2025 Economic Growth Series survey, 34.5% of local respondent employers said housing directly impacted their ability to recruit and retain talent. With 63% of businesses reporting home and rental prices have at least some impact on employment acceptance of a job, the data suggests accepting a job in Springfield often clashes with the dream of purchasing a home..."