Rising health care costs could hit paychecks by 2026

Rising health care costs could hit paychecks by 2026

Health care costs are projected to rise by 2026, and local experts warn employers may pass those increases onto workers. Some Kern County employees are already seeing higher deductions from their paychecks. Health care costs for employers are projected to rise by about 6% between 2025 and 2026, which may lead to higher paycheck deductions for employees. Dr. Juanita Webb, a certified human resources professional in Kern County, emphasizes that th…