I'm trying to find some recent stats on how many high school students have part-time jobs this year. It’d be really helpful for a class project I'm working on that looks at teen work trends.
Unfortunately, providing the exact statistics for the year 2024 isn't possible in this context, as that kind of data isn't typically available until about a year or two later. Statistics on teen employment rates are typically disseminated by government agencies such as the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, which tracks labor trends including teen part-time work. Their reports usually take a while to compile, analyze, and publish.
That said, you can look at the historical data to see the patterns from previous years and possibly make a rough estimate for 2024. In recent years, roughly 20% of high school students (ages 16-19) held part-time jobs, according to the BLS.
Remember to utilize past trends with caution in estimating current data, as various factors, such as economic conditions, minimum wage laws, school year durations, and potentially the digital transformation of work, can influence the percentage of high school students who work part-time each year. It is often helpful to explore these factors as part of your research. Good luck with your project!
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