All Employees: Government: Local Government in Montana
SMU30000009093000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
44.40
Year-over-Year Change
-1.33%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of employees in local government in the state of Montana. It is an important indicator of the size and activity of the public sector in the state.
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: Government: Local Government in Montana' series tracks the total number of people employed by local government entities, such as cities, counties, and school districts, within the state of Montana. This metric provides insight into the scale and composition of the public workforce at the subnational level.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of employers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This series is widely used by economists, policymakers, and analysts to monitor trends in public sector employment and evaluate the economic health of state and local governments.
Key Facts
- Local government is the largest employer in the public sector in Montana.
- Employment in local government in Montana has grown steadily over the past decade.
- Fluctuations in local government employment can indicate changes in state and municipal budgets.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of people employed by local government entities, such as cities, counties, and school districts, within the state of Montana.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the size and composition of the public workforce at the subnational level, which is important for evaluating the economic health of state and local governments.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of employers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This series is widely used by economists, policymakers, and analysts to monitor trends in public sector employment and evaluate the economic health of state and local governments.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published on a monthly basis, with a typical release lag of several weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Government: Local Government in Montana (SMU30000009093000001), retrieved from FRED.