Table 1
Distribution of men and women among traditionally gendered occupations, 2011–2015
| Gender | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Traditionally male professions | 45.2% | 5.8% |
| Mixed professions | 49.9% | 54.3% |
| Traditionally female professions | 4.9% | 39.9% |
Notes: Traditionally female occupations are defined as occupations in which more than 75 percent of worker are female. Traditionally male professions are defined as occupations in which more than 75 percent of workers are male. Employment counts are averaged over the time period, 2011–2015.
Source: EPI analysis of Current Population Group Outgoing Rotation Group data.
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