Indexes of Aggregate Weekly Hours of All Employees, Total Private
AWHAE • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
117.10
Year-over-Year Change
1.30%
Date Range
3/1/2006 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks aggregate weekly work hours across the private sector, providing crucial insights into labor market productivity and economic activity.
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 index measures total hours worked by all private sector employees, reflecting workforce engagement and potential economic output.
Methodology
Calculated by multiplying total employment by average weekly hours worked.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to assess labor market strength and economic momentum.
Key Facts
- Indicates total labor input across private sectors
- Reflects economic activity and workforce utilization
- Critical indicator for economic health
FAQs
Q: What does the AWHAE index measure?
A: It tracks total weekly work hours for all private sector employees, showing labor market productivity.
Q: Why are aggregate weekly hours important?
A: They provide insights into economic activity, workforce engagement, and potential economic output.
Q: How is the AWHAE index calculated?
A: By multiplying total employment numbers by average weekly hours worked across private sectors.
Q: What can changes in this index indicate?
A: Shifts can signal economic expansion, contraction, or changes in workforce productivity.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Typically updated monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Similar AWHAE Trends
Average Weekly Earnings of Production and Nonsupervisory Employees, Total Private
CES0500000030
Average Weekly Hours of All Employees, Total Private
AWHAETP
Indexes of Aggregate Weekly Payrolls of All Employees, Total Private
CES0500000017
Average Weekly Earnings of All Employees, Total Private
CES0500000011
Average Hourly Earnings of All Employees, Total Private
CES0500000003
Indexes of Aggregate Weekly Hours of Production and Nonsupervisory Employees, Total Private
AWHI
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Indexes of Aggregate Weekly Hours of All Employees, Total Private (AWHAE), retrieved from FRED.