Black Missourians are more likely to be represented by a union than other workers: Union representation rates in Missouri, by sector and race/ethnicity
| White | Black | Hispanic | Other | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total workforce | 10.3% | 13.9% | 9.3% | 8.1% |
| Private sector | 8.0% | 10.5% | 9.0% | 5.8% |
| Public sector | 23.3% | 34.3% | 13.4% | 24.3% |
Notes: Calculated using 2010–2017 data. Representation rates are for workers covered by a collective bargaining contract.
Source: EPI analysis of Current Population Survey Outgoing Rotation Group microdata from the U.S. Census Bureau