Hey guys, I'm a junior in high school and considering enlistment after graduation. As a female, I'm curious, which military branch has the highest percentage of females?
In terms of percentages, the U.S. Air Force has the highest proportion of women, with just over 21% of enlisted members being female. This is followed closely by the U.S. Navy, with just below 21% women. Behind the Navy, the U.S. Army has a female population of about 16%, and the U.S. Marine Corps has about 9% females, the lowest of the four main branches. The Coast Guard also has an approximately 15% female representation. As for the newly established Space Force, accurate data is hard to come by as it is so new, but it is expected to align more closely with the Air Force's percentage, as it was developed out of the Air Force's former Air Force Space Command.
Keep in mind; the military is actively working on increasing the diversity of its ranks, including gender diversity. So, the ratios are likely to increase across all branches over time, and it's also essential to gauge your comfort level and fit within the culture of each particular branch when making your choice. Let me know if you have any other questions!
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