The Fact
In July 2023, 22.8% of U.S. multiple jobholders had an independent-contractor arrangement on their second job.
What This Means
Independent contracting is also a substantial part of second-job work. For many workers, the extra job is not a conventional payroll position.
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Contingent and Alternative Employment Arrangements — July 2023,” Table 7, released November 8, 2024.