Cleaning and Sanitation Job Postings on Indeed in the United States
IHLIDXUSTPCLSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
99.97
Year-over-Year Change
0.45%
Date Range
11/6/2022 - 8/1/2025
Summary
The Cleaning and Sanitation Job Postings on Indeed in the United States is an economic indicator that tracks the online job postings for cleaning and sanitation roles. It provides insights into the demand for these essential workers.
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 index, published by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, measures the volume of job postings on the employment website Indeed.com for roles related to cleaning, janitorial services, and sanitization work. It offers a timely view of the labor market for these critical occupations.
Methodology
The data is collected directly from the Indeed.com job posting platform.
Historical Context
Trends in cleaning and sanitation job postings are relevant for policymakers and economists monitoring the labor market, particularly in response to events like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Key Facts
- The index is normalized to 100 for the baseline period of February 1, 2020.
- Cleaning and sanitation jobs saw a sharp decline during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The index reached a low of around 50 in April 2020 before gradually recovering.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the volume of job postings on the Indeed.com platform for roles related to cleaning, janitorial services, and sanitization work in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Tracking changes in cleaning and sanitation job postings provides insights into the demand for these essential workers, which is relevant for policymakers and economists monitoring the labor market.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected directly from the Indeed.com job posting platform.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Trends in cleaning and sanitation job postings are used by policymakers and economists to assess the state of the labor market, particularly in response to events like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported on a timely basis, with minimal update delays, making it a useful real-time indicator of labor market conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Cleaning and Sanitation Job Postings on Indeed in the United States (IHLIDXUSTPCLSA), retrieved from FRED.