Nearly half of all workers in the United States plan to look for a new job within the next six months, according to a recent survey by hiring firm Robert Half.
The number of workers thinking about changing jobs has increased quickly, with 38% planning a job search earlier in 2026, compared to 27% one year ago.
Experts say many employees are now reconsidering their careers and asking whether their current jobs still match their personal goals and future plans.
Healthcare is the most popular industry among people planning to switch jobs, followed by technology and marketing roles.
Younger workers are leading this trend, with most people planning to change jobs belonging to Generation Z and the millennial generation.
Better benefits, career growth, and flexible work arrangements are the biggest reasons workers want a new job.
Recent economic data suggests the US labor market has improved, with the US economy adding 172,000 jobs in May and private employers adding 122,000 jobs during the same month.
However, experts warn that hiring conditions are not as strong as they may appear, with overall hiring demand mostly returning to pre-pandemic levels.
