The Fact
In July 2023, 8.7% of employed men were independent contractors on their sole or main job, compared with 5.8% of employed women.
What This Means
Independent contracting was more common among men than women in the 2023 BLS alternative-work survey.
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Contingent and Alternative Employment Arrangements — July 2023,” released November 8, 2024.