Proposed changes to Household Labour Force Survey income data

4 March 2026

We are seeking feedback on whether administrative (admin) data could be used to create viable replacements for Household Labour Force Survey (HLFS) income measures.

Please read our evaluation of current HLFS income measures against admin alternatives and tell us how you currently use these measures. Your input will help inform our work and ensure the data we produce on income measures continues to meet the needs of New Zealand.

Feedback closes at 5pm on Wednesday, 15 April 2026. 

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