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Remote Work Boosts Employment for Disabled Americans to 22.5%

1/11/2025

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Story summary

In 2023, 22.5% of Americans with disabilities were employed, marking a 1.2% increase from 2022 due to labor shortages.
Remote work access differs by state; California has 15% of disabled individuals working remotely, slightly above the general population.
States like Nevada and New Mexico report higher remote work rates for disabled workers despite overall lower employment rates.
The employment-to-population ratio for disabled individuals held steady at 38.1% in December 2024, indicating persistent hiring challenges.
While remote work can enhance equity, it may also contribute to feelings of isolation among some disabled workers.

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Story summary

In 2023, 22.5% of Americans with disabilities were employed, marking a 1.2% increase from 2022 due to labor shortages.
Remote work access differs by state; California has 15% of disabled individuals working remotely, slightly above the general population.
States like Nevada and New Mexico report higher remote work rates for disabled workers despite overall lower employment rates.
The employment-to-population ratio for disabled individuals held steady at 38.1% in December 2024, indicating persistent hiring challenges.
While remote work can enhance equity, it may also contribute to feelings of isolation among some disabled workers.