Figure B
Labor force participation is highest for those with a 4-year college degree: Prime-Age labor force participation rates by educational attainment
| Education level | Labor force participation rate |
|---|---|
| Advanced degree | 73% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 73% |
| Some college | 63% |
| High school | 59% |
| Less than high school | 41% |
Source: EPI’s State of Working America Data Library (EPI 2025), using CPS data from the BLS.
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