U.S. top reasons for independent work 2022

Leading reasons for doing contract, freelance, or temporary work in the United States in 2022

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Release date

August 2022

Region

United States

Survey time period

March 15 to April 18, 2022

Number of respondents

5,280 respondents

Age group

18 years and older

Special properties

Independent workers

Method of interview

Online survey

Supplementary notes

Includes gig workers.

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