Americans over 45 are more likely to say they would probably have to take a pay cut if they lost their job

If you lost your job, how hard would it be for you to find a new job that paid as much as you are making now? (%)

US adults

Under 30

30-44

45-64

65+

Very hard -- I would probably have to take a pay cut.

Somewhat hard -- It might take a while before I found a job that paid as much.

Not very hard