Poll Shows Many Americans Considered Quitting Jobs During The Pandemic

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a significant number of workers considered quitting their jobs, especially those in lower income brackets, women, and people of color in essential roles. A survey revealed that 39% of low-income workers thought about quitting, compared to 23% of higher-income workers. Many women, particularly mothers, faced stress due to childcare responsibilities. Despite these challenges, about half of the participants felt their employers were handling pandemic safety measures adequately.

What percentage of workers considered quitting their jobs during the pandemic?

• About one in five

• About one in four

• About one in two

• About one in three

Which group had a higher percentage of individuals considering quitting their jobs?

• Self-employed individuals

• Higher income workers

• Lower income workers

• Middle income workers

Which demographic was significantly represented among those considering quitting due to the pandemic?

• Young professionals

• Women and people of color in essential jobs

• Students

• Retired individuals

What was a major reason for mothers considering quitting their jobs during the pandemic?

• Stress of childcare responsibilities

• Lack of job satisfaction

• Desire for a career change

• Increased workload

How did about half of the participants feel about their employers' pandemic response?

• Employers were not responding at all

• Employers were doing too little

• Employers were doing about the right amount

• Employers were doing too much