Youth labor force participation rate in the U.S. January 2000–June 2024

The line chart shows the labor force participation rate for U.S. workers ages 16-19 on a quarterly basis from January 2000 through June 2024.

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Note: Ages 16-19
Shaded areas indicate recessions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics via FRED
Data as of July 5, 2024