Black men’s employment has remained more stable than Black women’s: Black annual employment-to-population ratio by gender, 2023, 2024, and 2025 (year-to-date)
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 (Jan-Aug) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black women | 60.10% | 59.50% | 57.90% |
| Black men | 65.00% | 65.00% | 64.50% |
Note: Data are for those 20 and older and are seasonally adjusted.
Source: Author's analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Current Population Survey public data.