Unemployment Rate: College Graduates: Advanced Degree: Master's Degree and Higher, 16 to 17 years
CGAD1617 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
100.00
Year-over-Year Change
112.77%
Date Range
1/1/2016 - 5/1/2025
Summary
Tracks unemployment rates for college graduates with advanced degrees aged 16-17. Provides critical insight into early career labor market dynamics for highly educated young professionals.
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 joblessness among young master's degree holders and above. It reflects educational attainment's impact on employment opportunities.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and educators to assess youth employment trends in higher education.
Key Facts
- Reflects early career employment challenges
- Indicates educational value in job market
- Tracks high-skill workforce entry trends
FAQs
Q: What does this unemployment rate measure?
A: Tracks joblessness for 16-17 year old college graduates with master's degrees or higher. Provides early career employment insights.
Q: Why is this unemployment rate important?
A: Helps understand how advanced education impacts early job market entry and employment opportunities.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates through the Current Population Survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: Can this rate predict future job market trends?
A: Offers preliminary indicators of labor market conditions for highly educated young professionals.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: Narrow age range and specific education level may limit broader interpretative scope.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Rate: College Graduates: Advanced Degree (CGAD1617), retrieved from FRED.