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Title: Gender gaps and the structure of local labor markets
Citation Type: Journal Article
Publication Year: 2020
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ISSN: 09275371
DOI: 10.1016/j.labeco.2020.101819
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Abstract: In this paper we discuss some strands of the recent literature on the evolution of gender gaps and their driving forces. We will revisit key stylized facts about gender gaps in employment and wages in a few high-income countries. We then discuss and build on one gender-neutral force behind the rise in female employment, namely the rise of the service economy. This is also related to the polarization of female employment and to the geographic distribution of jobs, which is expected to be especially relevant for female employment prospects. We finally turn to currently debated causes of remaining gender gaps and discuss existing evidence on labor market consequences of women's heavier caring responsibilities in the household. In particular, we highlight sharp gender differences in commuting behavior and discuss how women's stronger distaste for commuting time may feed into gender pay gaps.
Url: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.labeco.2020.101819
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Authors: Petrongolo, Barbara; Ronchi, Maddalena
Periodical (Full): Labour Economics
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Volume: 64
Pages: 101819
Data Collections: IPUMS USA
Topics: Gender, Labor Force and Occupational Structure, Work, Family, and Time
Countries: United States