(26.0% belong to a union), state government (29.9%), local government (41.7%); transportation and

utilities (17.6%); natural resources, construction, and maintenance (15.9%); and production,

transportation, and material moving (13.3%)

• Occupations that have relatively low percentages of unionized workers are agricultural workers (1.7%),

financial services (1.9%), professional and business services (2.2%), leisure and hospitality (2.2%), and

wholesale and retail trade (4.5%)

In summary, the percentage of workers belonging to a union is higher for men than women; higher for Black

than for White or Hispanic people; higher for the 45–64 age range; and higher among workers in government
and manufacturing than workers in agriculture or service-oriented jobs. Table 14.6 lists the largest U.S. labor
unions and their membership.

Union

Membership

National Education Association (NEA)

Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

American Federation of Teachers (AFT)
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