Business Applications: Total for All NAICS in South Dakota
Not Seasonally Adjusted
BABATOTALNSASD • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,088.00
Year-over-Year Change
3.23%
Date Range
7/1/2004 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Not Seasonally Adjusted (NSA) employment trend measures total nonfarm employment in the United States. It provides insight into the underlying strength of the labor market without the effects of seasonal variations.
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 Not Seasonally Adjusted (NSA) employment data tracks the total number of workers across all nonfarm industries in the U.S. This measure gives a raw count of jobs without adjusting for typical seasonal patterns, providing a clear view of the underlying employment situation.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey of businesses and government agencies.
Historical Context
The NSA employment trend is closely watched by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the overall health of the U.S. economy.
Key Facts
- The NSA employment level was 155.2 million in January 2023.
- Nonfarm employment has grown by over 3 million jobs in the past year.
- The NSA data does not account for typical seasonal hiring patterns.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Not Seasonally Adjusted (NSA) employment trend measures the total number of nonfarm workers in the U.S. without adjusting for typical seasonal variations.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The NSA employment data provides a clear, unvarnished view of the underlying labor market conditions, which is crucial for economists, policymakers, and market participants to assess the broader state of the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey of businesses and government agencies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The NSA employment trend is closely watched by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to gauge the overall health of the labor market and inform decisions on monetary and fiscal policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The NSA employment data is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of around three weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BABATOTALNSASD), retrieved from FRED.