Workers

How we measure Workers issues

In 2024, the public once again prioritized Worker Issues. The #1 Issue – Pays a fair, living wage – makes up a significant percentage of a company's score in our Rankings. Americans agree that worker health and safety, career development, benefits, and work-life balance should be among a company's top priorities.

Pays a fair, living wage

Pays workers fairly and offers a living wage that covers the cost of basic needs at the local level.

Ranking weight: 11.6% Learn more
Protects worker health and safety

Protects the health, safety, and well-being of workers beyond what is required by law.

Ranking weight: 9.8% Learn more
Provides benefits and work-life balance

Offers a quality benefits package and supports good work-life balance for all employees.

Ranking weight: 7.2% Learn more
Supports workforce retention, advancement, and training

Focuses on workforce retention and employee advancement by providing training, education, and career development opportunities.

Ranking weight: 6.9% Learn more
Fosters an inclusive workplace

Fosters an inclusive and supportive workplace culture with equal opportunity for all.

Ranking weight: 4.0% Learn more

Workers in the News

How we measure Workers issues