In 2023, around 69.5 percent of total workers who were paid hourly rates at or below the prevailing federal minimum wage were associated with the leisure and hospitality industry. Only 6.9 percent of workers in the education and health services experienced the same low wages.
Percent distribution of workers paid hourly rates with earnings at or below the minimum wage in the United States in 2023, by industry
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The distinction between full- and part-time workers is based on hours usually worked. Full time is 35 hours or more per week; part time is less than 35 hours. Data exclude all self-employed persons whether or not their businesses are incorporated.
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