New Gig Economy Survey on Track to Give Better Worker Data (1)

The Bureau of Labor Statistics is aiming to release new survey data this year that aims to capture workers in the gig economy after previous efforts to measure the group have produced an inaccurate and dubious picture of this closely watched subset of the workforce.

The results will likely be released in 2024, according to BLS spokesperson Cody Parkinson.

The data comes as a newly formed Work Arrangements Committee comprised of multiple agencies is working to improve the survey, and could finally answer the question of just how many workers are participating in the gig economy, one of the most ...