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Employment Projections
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Median age of the labor force by sex, race, and ethnicity
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| Group | 2004 | 2014 | 2024 | 2034 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Total |
40.5 | 42.0 | 41.7 | 42.4 |
|
Men |
40.3 | 41.9 | 41.8 | 42.7 |
|
Women |
40.8 | 42.1 | 41.5 | 42.2 |
|
White |
41.0 | 42.7 | 42.3 | 43.0 |
|
Black |
38.6 | 39.6 | 40.0 | 41.6 |
|
Hispanic origin |
35.0 | 37.2 | 38.8 | 39.9 |
|
Source: Employment Projections program, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics |
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Last Modified Date: August 28, 2025