Prime-age employment in 2024 higher than in 2019 across many demographic groups: Employment-to-population ratio for 25-54 year olds by select demographic group
| 2019 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 80.0% | 80.7% |
| Women | 73.7% | 75.2% |
| Black | 76.0% | 77.7% |
| Hispanic | 77.4% | 78.1% |
Note: 2024 is represented by the 12 months ending in May 2024.
Source: EPI analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics Current Population Survey public data series.