Postal Service diversity

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diversity

The strength of the Postal Service lies in its amazing diversity. Our workforce is representative of the diverse communities that we serve.

* | Tags: People USPS Fact #705 | June 30, 2025

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 54 percent of our workforce.
  • Nearly 70,000 veterans are employed by the Postal Service.
  • There are more than 42,000 employees with disabilities, of which nearly 29,000 are disabled veterans.
  • We maintain a year-round focus on veteran, diversity and disability outreach.