Union coverage rate by age group, 2020
| Age group | Union coverage rate |
|---|---|
| 16–24 | 5.1% |
| 25–34 | 11.0% |
| 35–44 | 13.4% |
| 45–54 | 14.6% |
| 55–64 | 14.5% |
| 65+ | 10.1% |
Note: Union coverage rate refers to the share of workers in each age group who are covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), “Table 1. Union Affiliation of Employed Wage and Salary Workers by Selected Characteristics,” in “Union Membership (Annual) News Release,” January 22, 2021.