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07/01/2025
2025 Wage + Benefits Survey
As one of Graphic Media Alliance’s top member benefits, this national compensation benchmarking survey provides the most comprehensive look at pay and benefit trends in the printing, packaging, and graphic communications industry. Conducted by the America’s Printing Association Network (APAN) and administered by PIA MidAmerica, this survey reflects data from over 15,000 employees at 400+ firms.
Participate and receive a complimentary copy of the results. That's a $750 value.
Why Participate? Because in today’s competitive labor market, having timely and credible compensation benchmarks gives you the power to:
- Attract top talent with confidence
- Retain employees by staying aligned with industry standards
- Justify internal pay structures with real data
- Inform benefits decisions with trends from peer companies
Your participation helps ensure our region is accurately represented and provides vital context for local, state, and national workforce strategies.
The survey is open through August 1.
For assistance with the survey, questions may be directed to Teresa Campbell at TeresaC@piamidam.org. or 800-788-2040.
Results are anticipated to be available around mid to late September.
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