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A recent Pew Research Center report shows that half of the Latinas in the U.S. perceive improvements in their situation over the past decade, with similar expectations for the next ten years. The study, conducted from November 6 to 19, 2023, with a sample of 5,078 Hispanic adults, including 2,600 Hispanic women, provides a detailed view of Hispanic women's experiences and expectations in the country.
Advancements in Education and Employment The report highlights significant progress for Hispanic women in education and employment over the past decade: • Educational Achievement: The proportion of Hispanic women with a college degree has increased substantially, from 16% in 2013 to 23% in 2023. More Hispanic women are also completing graduate degrees. • Labor Force Participation: The participation rate of Hispanic women in the labor force has grown by 4 percentage points, from 65% in 2013 to 69% in 2023. • Wage Increases: The median hourly wage of Hispanic women has increased by 17% in the last decade. In 2023, the median wage was $19.23, compared to $16.47 in 2013 (adjusted for inflation).
Persistent Challenges Despite these achievements, several significant challenges remain: • Gender Wage Gap: The gender wage gap remains a major concern. In 2023, Hispanic women earned 85 cents for every dollar earned by Hispanic men, a slight decrease from 89 cents in 2013. The gap compared to non-Hispanic women has only improved marginally. Hispanic women earned 77 cents for each dollar earned by the median non-Hispanic woman in 2023, compared to 75 cents in 2013. • Comparison with White Men: The wage gap between Hispanic women and non-Hispanic white men remains notable. In 2023, Hispanic women earned 62 cents for every dollar earned by non-Hispanic white men, compared to 59 cents in 2013. • Labor Force and Educational Gaps: Hispanic women continue to lag behind in labor force participation and educational attainment compared to their non-Hispanic counterparts. Among employed Latinas, nearly half (49%) describe their current job as "just a job to get by," rather than a career or a stepping stone.
Future Outlook Looking ahead, 50% of Latinas are optimistic about continued improvements in their situation over the next decade. However, 39% believe the situation has remained unchanged, and 34% are skeptical about further progress.
The report provides a comprehensive view of the progress made by Hispanic women and the disparities they still face. With a Hispanic female population reaching 22.2 million, representing 17% of all adult women in the U.S., it is crucial to continue addressing these gaps to advance towards greater equity.
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