There’s plenty to be concerned about in the 2026 job market as people hoping to switch employers ramp up their efforts to start the year. Traditional issues persist, like salaries falling behind the rising cost of livingAI adoption spurring layoffs, and broad economic uncertainty.

But advertising firm Excite OOH just released data that highlights just how important the day-to-day experience of the workplace is for most people. It turns out that where you live may be one of the more important factors shaping those feelings. 

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