The Fact
In July 2023, 6.9 million workers had a contingent sole or main job, representing 4.3% of total employment. BLS defines contingent jobs as jobs workers do not expect to last or jobs that are temporary, without an implicit or explicit contract for ongoing employment.
What This Means
Millions of workers were employed in jobs that, by definition, did not carry an expectation of continuing employment.
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Contingent and Alternative Employment Arrangements — July 2023,” released November 8, 2024; BLS Contingent Work Supplement definitions.