Labor Department reports for April and May have been disappointing relative to forecaster expectations.
Employers are pressing to get headcounts in line with a resurgence in demand.
The stronger pace of hiring suggests firms are having greater success filling open positions.
Remote work could impact migration, real estate, diversity and productivity.
The figures indicate that consumers have the wherewithal to continue spending at a solid pace.
Materials costs may also be holding some homebuilders back.
The unprecedented nature of the pandemic has made forecasting difficult for economists.
Many employers say they are unable to fill positions because of generous unemployment benefits.
The report stunned investors as Treasury yields plunged and the dollar turned sharply lower.
A 21.1% surge in incomes followed a 7% decline in February.