Labor Day always feels like the official end-of-summer, the last chance to get out of town and enjoy time with friends and family. But Labor Day isn’t just meant for the last summer hurrah. The first Labor Day was established in 1887 to pay a tribute to the social and economic achievements of American workers. Here are some interesting workforce statistics through the years, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Size of U.S. labor force in 1910
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Size of U.S. labor force in 2013
The top three largest occupations in 1910 were…
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Agriculture
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Laborers
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Manufacturing
The top three largest occupations in 2013 were…
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Retail Sales
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Cashiers
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Food Preparation
