We disaggregate data by sex to better understand quality of life outcomes of diverse groups throughout the state, and the differences and disparities between those groups.
Fast facts
2.9 million females
About 50% of the state’s population identify as female.
50
%
78% of women are working
More than three-quarters of Minnesota's working-age females are employed, up from 73% in 2010.
78
%
Proportion working by gender
About 1 in 10 females live below poverty
10% of Minnesota females live below poverty, more than a percentage point higher than the poverty rate among males.
10
%
Poverty by gender
Fast facts
2.9 million males
About 50% of the state’s population identify as male.
50
%
81% of men are working
More than 4 in 5 Minnesota working-age males are employed, up from 75% in 2010.
81
%
Proportion working by gender.
More than 1 in 12 males live below poverty
9% of Minnesota males live below poverty, more than a percentage point lower than the poverty rate among females.
9
%
