Money & Work statistics
Spending, employment, businesses, and the ways we earn a living.
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Clothing expenditure statistics
U.S. consumer units averaged $2,001 for apparel and services in 2024, and the category represented 2.5 percent of total expenditures.
Housing expenditure statistics
BLS CE data show average annual housing expenditures of 26,266 dollars for all consumer units in 2024.
Vehicle Insurance Spending Statistics
Vehicle-insurance expenditures rose in the BLS survey. Compare the annual figures without confusing spending with a quoted premium.
Small-Business Statistics in the United States
Small businesses dominate the business count while accounting for a smaller share of employment. Understand the distinction.
Working Hours Statistics: Weekdays and Weekends
Compare hours on days worked and the share working on weekdays versus weekends. The denominator changes the answer.
Working From Home Statistics: What the Numbers Mean
Understand the difference between doing some work at home and having a fully remote job, with comparisons by sex and education.
Grocery Spending Statistics in the United States
Compare grocery spending with food away from home and see how the main food-at-home categories break down.
Household Spending Statistics: Where the Money Goes
Housing, transportation, and food account for much of consumer spending. Compare the annual amounts and budget shares.