What is the labor force participation rate in the US?
62.3%
-0.3
In June 2025, the labor force participation rate was 5.0 points below its early 2000 peak.
Seasonally adjusted labor force participation rate, Jan. 1948–June 2025
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Labor force participation among women rose 28.1 points between 1948 and 2000.
Seasonally adjusted labor force participation rate by sex, Jan. 1948–June 2025
The labor force participation rate among those 55 and older was 45 points lower than adults ages 25–54 in June.
Seasonally adjusted labor force participation rates by age group, June 2025
West Virginia had June 2025’s lowest labor force participation rate.
Seasonally adjusted labor force participation rates by state, June 2025
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