Total Separations: Government
JTS9000TSL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
276.00
Year-over-Year Change
-12.38%
Date Range
12/1/2000 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'Total Separations: Government' series tracks the total number of employee separations in the government sector, providing insights into labor market dynamics and government workforce changes.
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 data series, published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, measures the total number of employees who leave their jobs in the government sector, including voluntary quits, involuntary layoffs and discharges, and other types of separations. It is a key indicator of labor market turnover and government workforce trends.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS), a monthly survey of a sample of nonfarm business establishments.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers use this data to assess the health of the government labor market and inform workforce and economic policies.
Key Facts
- The government sector includes federal, state, and local government employment.
- Separation rates can signal changes in government budgets, hiring, and workforce policies.
- Total separations include voluntary quits, involuntary layoffs, and other types of job losses.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Total Separations: Government' series tracks the total number of employees who leave their jobs in the government sector, including voluntary quits, involuntary layoffs and discharges, and other types of separations.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data is a key indicator of labor market turnover and government workforce trends, providing insights into the health of the government labor market and informing workforce and economic policies.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS), a monthly survey of a sample of nonfarm business establishments.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers use this data to assess the health of the government labor market and inform workforce and economic policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a lag, and may be subject to revisions as more information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Total Separations: Government (JTS9000TSL), retrieved from FRED.