10.5% of US men aged 25-54 without jobs by 2024, with non-college-educated men affected most.

As of August 2024, 10.5% of men aged 25 to 54, approximately 6.8 million, are not working or seeking jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The trend, influenced by education levels, shows non-college-educated men leaving the workforce at higher rates than those with degrees. Factors such as technological advancements and global competition, particularly in manufacturing, contribute to this decline, raising concerns for the economy and society.

September 21, 2024
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