Labor force participation among older Americans is expected to increase, particularly for those aged 65 to 74, with the participation rate projected to rise to **** percent by 2034 as the retirement age in the United States increases from 66 to 67. In contrast, labor force participation is projected to decline most sharply among individuals aged 16 to 19.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics. (August 28, 2025). Civilian labor force participation rate and projections in the United States from 2004 to 2034, by age [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 20, 2026, from /statistics/1315320/labor-force-participation-rate-age-us/
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