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

RangeLabel
bbN/A (less than 16 years old/did not work during the past 12 months)
1–521 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.

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