Postal Service Diversity

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The Postal Service workforce is one of the most diverse in the nation. We look like America. That is our strength.

* | Tags: People USPS Fact #705 | April 16, 2024

The Postal Service is one of the most diverse organizations in the nation.

  • Women make up 45 percent of our workforce.
  • Historically underrepresented racial groups make up 53 percent of our workforce.
  • Nearly 73,000 veterans are employed by the Postal Service.
  • There are more than 39,000 employees with disabilities, of which nearly 29,000 are disabled veterans.
  • We maintain a year-round focus on diversity and disability outreach.