Average Weekly Earnings of Production and Nonsupervisory Employees, Utilities
CES4422000030 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,961.66
Year-over-Year Change
1.75%
Date Range
1/1/1972 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks average weekly earnings for production and nonsupervisory employees in utilities sector. Provides insights into wage trends in critical infrastructure industries.
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
Measures compensation for workers in utility industries, excluding management. Represents a key indicator of labor compensation in essential service sectors.
Methodology
Calculated through comprehensive surveys of utility sector employment and wage data.
Historical Context
Important for understanding labor compensation in critical infrastructure industries.
Key Facts
- Focuses on non-management utility workers
- Reflects critical infrastructure wage trends
- Updated regularly to track compensation changes
FAQs
Q: What workers are included in this data?
A: Production and nonsupervisory employees in the utilities sector, excluding management personnel.
Q: Why are utility worker wages important?
A: Indicates economic health of critical infrastructure and labor market conditions in essential services.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Typically updated monthly to provide current wage trend information.
Q: What industries are considered utilities?
A: Includes electricity, gas, water, and other essential infrastructure service providers.
Q: How do these wages compare to other sectors?
A: Often higher than average due to specialized skills and critical nature of utility work.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Average Weekly Earnings of Production and Nonsupervisory Employees, Utilities (CES4422000030), retrieved from FRED.