Maternal mortality vs. female labor force participation, United States

Maternal mortality ratio refers to the estimated number of deaths from maternal conditions per 100,000 live births. Female labor force participation ratecorresponds to the proportion of the female population ages 15 and older that is economically active.

Female labor force participation rate25%30%35%40%45%50%55%Maternal mortality ratio (deaths per 100,000 live births)500190019001910191019301930194019401950195019601960197019701975197519801980United StatesUnited States19002005
Maternal mortality vs. female labor force participation, United States

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