Family status of workers affected by increasing the federal minimum wage to $15 by 2024
Share of affected workers who are in each family status group
| Family status | Unmarried, no children | Married, no children | Married parent | Single parent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52.3% | 19.7% | 17.2% | 10.8% |
Share of each family type worker group that would benefit
| Family status | Share of each category |
|---|---|
| Single parent | 40.8% |
| Unmarried, no children | 38.8% |
| Married, no children | 21.3% |
| Married parent | 19.4% |
Source: EPI analysis of Raise the Wage Act using Current Population Survey Outgoing Rotation Group microdata