Composition of independent contractor workforce, by age, 2005 and 2017
| Age group | 2005 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 16–24 | 4.3% | 3.5% |
| Ages 25–34 | 14.7% | 15.0% |
| Ages 35–44 | 26.6% | 20.4% |
| Ages 45–54 | 27.1% | 24.1% |
| Ages 55–64 | 18.8% | 22.9% |
| Ages 65+ | 8.5% | 14.1% |
Source: CEPR analysis of Contingent Worker Supplement to Current Population Survey microdata from the U.S. Census Bureau