All Employees, Utilities
CES4422000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
598.40
Year-over-Year Change
1.15%
Date Range
1/1/1964 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks total employment in the U.S. utilities sector, providing critical insight into infrastructure and energy workforce dynamics. Reflects broader economic trends in essential service industries.
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 number of employees working in utility sectors including electricity, gas, water, and waste management. It serves as an important indicator of infrastructure employment.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly establishment surveys by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and investors to assess infrastructure and energy sector health.
Key Facts
- Represents total employment across utility infrastructure sectors
- Reflects critical infrastructure workforce trends
- Indicates economic health of essential services
FAQs
Q: What industries are included in utility employment?
A: Includes electricity, gas, water, and waste management sectors. Covers both public and private utility companies.
Q: How does utility employment impact the broader economy?
A: Utility jobs are essential infrastructure roles that support economic stability and technological development.
Q: How often is this employment data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current snapshot of utility sector workforce trends.
Q: Why do economists track utility employment?
A: Serves as key indicator of infrastructure investment and economic infrastructure health.
Q: Are utility jobs stable compared to other sectors?
A: Typically more stable due to essential nature of utility services and consistent infrastructure needs.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees, Utilities (CES4422000001), retrieved from FRED.