Number of fathers, mothers, and their children covered under current and proposed overtime salary thresholds, 2014
| Covered under $455 per week | Covered under $933 per week | |
|---|---|---|
| Mothers | 1,017,000 | 3,419,000 |
| Fathers | 666,000 | 2,885,000 |
| Children (under 18) | 3,600,000 | 12,780,000 |
Note: The sample reflects salaried (nonhourly) workers who are subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This excludes certain groups of workers such as the self-employed, most federal workers, religious workers, many agricultural workers, and many transportation workers.
Source: Economic Policy Institute analysis of Current Population Survey Outgoing Rotation Group microdata