Public employees are vital for city operations, costing San Jose $1 billion in 2023 and California cities a total of $37 billion on compensation.
San Jose's 8,600 employees cost $1.1 billion, averaging $1,100 per resident, showcasing the financial burden of essential city services.
In San Francisco, benefits account for 21% of employee costs, surpassing San Jose's 18% and highlighting the varying financial implications across California cities.
The cost of city employees has increased by 76% since 2010, underscoring growing challenges cities face in managing budgets while providing services.
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