Figure C
: Labor force participation rate in 2001, 2011, and 2021, overall and for workers age 16–24
| Year | Overall (16 years and older) | 16 to 24 | 16 to 19 | 20 to 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 66.8% | 64.5% | 49.6% | 77.1% |
| 2011 | 64.1% | 55.0% | 34.1% | 71.3% |
| 2021 | 61.7% | 55.5% | 36.2% | 70.8% |
Source: Table adapted from Bureau of Labor Statistics Table 3.3: Civilian labor force participation rate by age, sex, race, and ethnicity.
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