The uninsured come from all strata of society, from all races and ethnic groups, predominantly from families with at least one working member. 84 percent of Americans who lack health coverage are working or are the dependent of a worker. The less education a person has, the more likely he or she is to be uninsured.
Uninsured persons are more likely to be employed in the wholesale and retail trade industry.
They also tend to work in agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, and construction. Single individuals and individuals in single parent families are more likely to be uninsured than married couples. The number of uninsured women is increasing, but not the number of men.