Overview

• The Gallup-led American Job Quality Study surveyed more than 18,000 workers and counts a job as quality if it meets minimum thresholds in at least three of five areas.
• Young adults ages 18–24 are least likely to hold a quality job at about 29%, with notable gaps for women and for Black, Hispanic, multiracial and MENA workers compared with men and White or Asian workers.
• Large shares report limited say over working conditions and unstable schedules, with roughly 62% lacking predictable hours.
• Non‑W‑2 workers were more likely than W‑2 employees to meet the study’s quality thresholds, reflecting greater autonomy in key dimensions.
• Researchers highlight low‑ or no‑cost steps for employers such as predictable scheduling, mentorship and career development, and stronger mechanisms for worker voice.