Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Household Furnishings and Operations in U.S. City Average
Not Seasonally Adjusted
CWUR0000SAH3 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
144.28
Year-over-Year Change
2.67%
Date Range
1/1/1967 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the total unemployment rate in the United States without any seasonal adjustments. This provides a raw view of unemployment trends that is crucial for policymakers and economists to analyze labor market conditions.
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 unemployment rate is the headline jobless figure reported each month by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. It represents the total share of the civilian labor force that is unemployed, without accounting for typical seasonal hiring and layoff patterns.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey, a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
The unadjusted unemployment rate is a key indicator monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to assess the overall health of the labor market.
Key Facts
- The U.S. unemployment rate averaged 5.4% in 2022.
- Unemployment tends to peak in January and reach lows in the summer months.
- The all-time high for the unadjusted rate was 14.7% in April 2020.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Not Seasonally Adjusted unemployment rate measures the total share of the civilian labor force that is jobless, without accounting for typical seasonal hiring and layoff patterns.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The unadjusted unemployment rate provides a raw, unfiltered view of labor market conditions that is crucial for policymakers and economists to analyze underlying trends.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey, a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The unadjusted unemployment rate is a key indicator monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to assess the overall health of the labor market.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Not Seasonally Adjusted unemployment rate is published monthly with the standard labor force statistics release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (CWUR0000SAH3), retrieved from FRED.