What Is Considered Part Time? Hours, Laws & Employer Rules (2026)
What is considered part time? Generally, working fewer than 30–35 hours per week. But the exact line depends on which definition applies — legal, statistical, or your employer’s own policy. The Three Definitions of Part Time Statistical (BLS): Under 35 hours/week. This is how the government counts part-time workers in employment reports. Legal/benefits (ACA &…
