Average Weekly Hours of All Employees, Private Education and Health Services
AWHAEEHS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
32.80
Year-over-Year Change
-0.61%
Date Range
3/1/2006 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks average weekly work hours for employees in private education and health services. Provides critical insight into labor productivity and workforce engagement in these essential 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
This metric measures the typical work week length for employees in private education and health care settings. It helps economists understand labor utilization and workforce dynamics.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly establishment surveys by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to assess labor market conditions in critical service industries.
Key Facts
- Reflects weekly work hours across private education and health sectors
- Indicates workforce productivity and employment trends
- Critical for understanding service industry labor dynamics
FAQs
Q: What does AWHAEEHS measure?
A: It tracks average weekly work hours for employees in private education and health services. Provides insights into labor productivity.
Q: Why are these work hours important?
A: They help economists understand workforce engagement and productivity in critical service sectors.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically updated monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: What impacts these work hours?
A: Factors include seasonal demand, healthcare policies, and economic conditions.
Q: Can this data predict economic trends?
A: It provides valuable indicators of service sector employment and economic health.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Average Weekly Hours of All Employees, Private Education and Health Services (AWHAEEHS), retrieved from FRED.