Access to end-of-year bonuses and holiday bonuses can depend on a worker's occupation

Percent of private industry workers with access to nonproduction bonuses by occupational group, March 2025

Notes: An end-of-year bonus is a payment made to employees near the end of the year, as a sign of appreciation for their hard work throughout the year. A holiday bonus is a payment made on a holiday and as a sign of appreciation. The payment is usually a token gesture, with all employees receiving the same amount.
Chart: Monday Morning EconomistSource: Bureau of Labor StatisticsCreated with Datawrapper