Most US families now have 2 parents working full time: Pew
Summary
A recent Pew Research Center study shows that more than half of U.S. families with children under 18 have both parents working full-time jobs. This number increased from 31 percent in earlier years to 52 percent as of 2025.Key Facts
- 52 percent of mothers and fathers in different-sex couples with children under 18 both work full-time.
- The study is based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
- The percentage has risen significantly from 31 percent in the past.
- The research was published by the Pew Research Center.
- The data reflects families in the United States as of the year 2025.
- Both parents working full-time means each parent has a job with full working hours.
- The study specifically looked at families with children younger than 18 years old.
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