This statistic shows the distribution of employment status in the United States in 2018, by attained education. In 2018, about 83 percent of the civilian population in the United States, with a bachelor's degree or higher, were employed.
Distribution of employment status in the United States in 2018, by attained education
To be considered a member of the labor force, individuals must either be employed or be actively seeking employment.
Percentages may not sum to 100 because of rounding.
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College Board. (January 14, 2020). Distribution of employment status in the United States in 2018, by attained education [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 21, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/787318/employment-status-by-education-level-us/
College Board. "Distribution of employment status in the United States in 2018, by attained education ." Chart. January 14, 2020. Statista. Accessed December 21, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/787318/employment-status-by-education-level-us/
College Board. (2020). Distribution of employment status in the United States in 2018, by attained education . Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: December 21, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/787318/employment-status-by-education-level-us/
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Distribution of employment status in the United States in 2018, by attained education [Graph], College Board, January 14, 2020. [Online]. Available: https://www.statista.com/statistics/787318/employment-status-by-education-level-us/
