US Census Bureau: Which Jobs Have the Largest Gender Pay Gap?

Women continue to earn less than men in nearly all occupations, but the largest pay gap is...

America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers Which Jobs Have the Largest Gender Pay Gap? Women continue to earn less than men in nearly all occupations, but this is more pronounced in fields that predominantly employ men and in professions with a comparable mix of men and women. Read More Overall, women are also more likely to be employed in lower-paying jobs. "The pay gap has narrowed over the last 50 years," said Lynda Laughlin, chief of the Industry and Occupation Statistics Branch at the U.S. Census Bureau. "However, the gender pay gap continues across the board in almost all occupations. In 2016, median earnings for women was $40,675, compared with $50,741 for men."  The America Counts Team Related: America Counts - Employment Stories If you like our stories, use the hashtag #AmericaCounts to share them on social media.  About America Counts America Counts tells the stories behind the numbers in a new inviting way. It features stories on various topics such as families, housing, employment, business, education, the economy, emergency preparedness, and population. Contact our Public Information Office for media inquiries or interviews.  Share this message or view it as a web page.

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