Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Food at Home in U.S. City Average
Not Seasonally Adjusted
CWUR0000SAF11 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
312.70
Year-over-Year Change
2.05%
Date Range
1/1/1947 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' economic indicator tracks unemployment levels in the U.S. without adjusting for seasonal factors, providing a raw view of labor market trends.
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 indicator represents the total number of people who are jobless, actively seeking work, and available for employment. It is a key measure of economic health and labor market conditions, used by policymakers and analysts to assess employment dynamics.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly household surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
The non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is commonly referenced alongside the seasonally adjusted rate to provide a fuller picture of employment trends.
Key Facts
- The non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate does not remove regular seasonal fluctuations.
- This indicator is more volatile than the seasonally adjusted version.
- Analyzing both adjusted and unadjusted data can yield insights into underlying economic conditions.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' indicator tracks the total number of unemployed people in the U.S. labor force, without accounting for regular seasonal variations.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This raw, unadjusted unemployment data provides a complementary perspective to the more commonly cited seasonally adjusted rate, offering insights into underlying labor market dynamics.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly household surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts reference the non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate alongside the seasonally adjusted version to gain a more comprehensive understanding of labor market conditions and inform economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The non-seasonally adjusted unemployment data is published monthly, with the same update schedule as the seasonally adjusted figures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (CWUR0000SAF11), retrieved from FRED.