All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities in District of Columbia
SMU11000004300000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4.40
Year-over-Year Change
-4.35%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This trend measures the total number of employees in the transportation, warehousing, and utilities industries in the District of Columbia. It provides important insights into the strength and dynamics of these critical economic sectors.
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
The All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities in District of Columbia metric tracks the employment levels across a range of industries that enable the movement of goods, people, and services. This data is closely monitored by economists and policymakers to assess economic activity and labor market conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of private businesses and government agencies.
Historical Context
Trends in this metric help inform decisions around infrastructure investments, regulatory policies, and economic development strategies.
Key Facts
- The series dates back to 1990.
- Employment in this sector accounts for around 3% of total non-farm employment in the District.
- Trends in this metric help gauge the health of the local economy.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the total number of people employed in the transportation, warehousing, and utilities industries in the District of Columbia.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides important insights into the strength and dynamics of critical economic sectors that enable the movement of goods, people, and services.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of private businesses and government agencies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Trends in this metric help inform decisions around infrastructure investments, regulatory policies, and economic development strategies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a monthly basis with typical publication lags.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities in District of Columbia (SMU11000004300000001), retrieved from FRED.