Employment Level
CE16OV • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
163,106.00
Year-over-Year Change
1.17%
Date Range
1/1/1948 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Measures total number of employed individuals in the United States across all sectors. Provides a comprehensive snapshot of national employment levels.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This indicator tracks the total employment count, reflecting overall economic health and labor market performance. It includes full-time and part-time workers across various industries.
Methodology
Calculated through monthly establishment surveys by Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Critical indicator for economic policy, investment decisions, and workforce analysis.
Key Facts
- Comprehensive measure of national employment
- Includes workers across all economic sectors
- Updated monthly with precise workforce data
FAQs
Q: What does employment level measure?
A: Total number of employed individuals across all U.S. economic sectors and industries.
Q: How is employment level calculated?
A: Through monthly establishment surveys tracking employed workers nationwide.
Q: Why is this metric important?
A: Provides crucial insight into overall economic health and labor market performance.
Q: What industries are included?
A: Covers all sectors, including private and public employment across the economy.
Q: How frequently is the data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current employment landscape snapshot.
Related Trends
Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Miscellaneous social scientists and related workers occupations: 16 years and over
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Control and valve installers and repairers occupations: 16 years and over: Men
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Employment Level - 18-19 Yrs.
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Retail salespersons occupations: 16 years and over
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Actors occupations: 16 years and over: Women
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Ship engineers occupations: 16 years and over
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Employment Level (CE16OV), retrieved from FRED.