Free U.S. Top 5 States by Public vs. Private Sector Employment (2018-2025)
The chart illustrates that California leads with 14.5 million private sector employees and 2.5 million in the public sector, reflecting its diverse economy and high job density. Texas follows closely with 11.2 million private and 1.8 million public sector workers, while New York maintains 8.5 million private and 2 million public employees, highlighting its strong balance between government and corporate employment. Florida’s 9.5 million private sector workers exceed its 1.2 million public employees, signaling a booming service and tourism economy. Illinois, with 6.7 million private and 1.3 million public sector jobs, demonstrates steady employment distribution. These figures collectively show a strong dominance of private sector employment across all major states, underpinning national economic growth through entrepreneurship, innovation, and industrial expansion.
| Labels | Public Sector Employment (millions) | Private Sector Employment (millions) |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2.5 | 14.5 |
| Texas | 1.8 | 11.2 |
| New York | 2.0 | 8.5 |
| Florida | 1.2 | 9.5 |
| Illinois | 1.3 | 6.7 |
