United States Working-Age Population
220.5M▲ +0.4M
Dec 2025 · Annual
The United States working-age population rose to 220.5 million in 2025 from 220.1 million in 2024. The reading matched the all-time high set in 2025 and is above the series low of 108.2 million from 1960.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 220.5M | 220.1M | 220.5MDec 2025 | 108.2MDec 1960 | 1960 – 2025 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age Dependency Ratio | 55.0% | 54.4% | 67.6% | 47.8% | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| Population | 341.8M | 340.0M | 341.8M | 180.7M | Dec 2025 | Annual |
About this series
Working-Age Population in United States averaged 199.2M from 1960 until 2025, reaching an all-time high of 220.5M in Dec 2025 and a record low of 108.2M in Dec 1960. The series is reported yearly with history from 1960.
The working-age population measures the number of people of working age in the United States. It is reported in millions on an annual basis. The series spans from 1960 to 2025, providing a long-term perspective on the labor force potential.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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