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.
- 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.