GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - eTradeWire -- GRAND RAPIDS, MI / TAMPA, FL – iMPact Business Group has released its Q1 2026 Salary and Market Data Report, delivering localized compensation and hiring insights for the Grand Rapids, Michigan and Tampa, Florida markets.

The free quarterly report analyzes salary data, hiring activity, and market conditions across more than 25 professional roles in Information Technology, Engineering, Accounting and Finance, and Business Administration.

Key Q1 2026 Findings

In Grand Rapids, Data Engineers average $132,180 annually, with just 13 job seekers per opening, signaling strong demand and limited talent supply. Software Engineers earn an average of $86,597 in a more competitive segment with 48 applicants per role. The region's 4.7% unemployment rate reflects continued competition for skilled professionals.

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In Tampa, compensation trends higher in technology roles. Software Engineers average $106,313, while Data Engineers earn $121,427. With a 5.1% unemployment rate, Tampa continues to grow as a hub for technology and healthcare-related talent.

The report provides detailed insights including:

• Average salaries by position
• Number of open roles in each market
• Job seeker competition per opening
• Top employers actively hiring
• Local unemployment rates for economic context

Roles analyzed include Software Engineers, Data Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Financial Analysts, Accountants, Controllers, Administrative Assistants, and other high-demand professional positions.

Supporting Employers and Job Seekers

The report is designed to support informed decision-making on both sides of the hiring market. Employers can benchmark compensation, assess talent availability, understand competitive pressures, and structure stronger offers. Job seekers can compare salary offers to real-time market data, identify high-demand roles, and negotiate with greater confidence.

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iMPact Business Group updates the report quarterly to ensure current and relevant market intelligence. Q1 2026 data reflects insights gathered from Indeed's job marketplace, representing compensation actively being offered in each region.

In addition to the public report, the firm offers complimentary custom compensation benchmarks for organizations seeking role-specific or market-specific salary analysis.

The full Q1 2026 Salary and Market Data Report is available at https://impactbusinessgroup.com/salary-report.

About iMPact Business Group

iMPact Business Group is a professional staffing and recruiting agency with offices in Grand Rapids, Michigan and Tampa, Florida. The firm specializes in Information Technology, Engineering and Manufacturing, Accounting and Finance, and Business Administration and professional roles, serving clients across 25+ states while maintaining a strong local presence in Michigan and Florida.