Unemployment Level - Education and Health Services, Private Wage and Salary Workers

LNU03032240 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

1,023.00

Year-over-Year Change

5.14%

Date Range

1/1/2000 - 7/1/2025

Summary

Tracks unemployment levels in private education and health services sectors. Provides critical insight into labor market dynamics for these essential 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 the number of unemployed workers specifically in private education and health services. Helps economists understand sector-specific employment trends.

Methodology

Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

Used by policymakers to assess workforce health in critical service sectors.

Key Facts

  • Reflects employment trends in critical service sectors
  • Indicates economic health of education and healthcare industries
  • Helps predict workforce development needs

FAQs

Q: What does this unemployment series measure?

A: Tracks unemployed workers in private education and health service sectors. Provides sector-specific employment insights.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: Monthly data release through Bureau of Labor Statistics Current Population Survey.

Q: Why are these sectors important?

A: Education and health services are critical economic and social infrastructure sectors with significant employment impact.

Q: How can this data be used?

A: Helps policymakers, investors, and researchers understand labor market dynamics in essential service industries.

Q: What factors influence these unemployment levels?

A: Economic conditions, healthcare policies, education funding, and broader labor market trends affect these unemployment numbers.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Level - Education and Health Services, Private Wage and Salary Workers (LNU03032240), retrieved from FRED.