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Amazon Warehouse Workers Report Struggles with Food and Housing Insecurity

A new study reveals that despite wage increases, many Amazon employees face significant economic challenges.

Workers fulfill orders at an Amazon fulfillment center in Melville, New York, on July 11, 2023.
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Overview

  • Half of surveyed Amazon warehouse workers experience food insecurity.
  • Nearly half report difficulties in affording housing costs.
  • One-third of workers rely on government assistance programs like food stamps or Medicaid.
  • Workers taking unpaid leave for injuries are more likely to face financial instability.
  • Amazon disputes the study's methodology and findings, citing increased wages and benefits.