Work & commute · 2024 ACS PUMS variable
WKWN
Weeks worked during past 12 months
- Type
- Numeric
- Length
- 2
- Ranges / codes
- 2
- Survey
- 2024 ACS 1-Year
WKWNis the U.S. Census Bureau's ACS PUMS variable for weeks worked during past 12 months. It is a numeric field holding a numeric value, released in the 2024 Public Use Microdata Sample. The full list of documented ranges and special codes is below.
WKWN ranges & codes
| Range | Label |
|---|---|
| bb | N/A (less than 16 years old/did not work during the past 12 months) |
| 1–52 | 1 to 52 weeks worked during past 12 months |
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WKWN — FAQ
What is the WKWN variable in PUMS?+
WKWN is the 2024 ACS Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS) variable for "Weeks worked during past 12 months". It is a numeric field 2 characters long.
What values can WKWN take?+
WKWN is numeric. Its documented ranges and special codes are listed on this page (2 entries).
Where does the WKWN variable come from?+
WKWN is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau in the 2024 ACS PUMS data dictionary. PUMSdata is an independent product that makes this microdata easy to explore, and is not affiliated with the Census Bureau.