Total Separations: Total Nonfarm in Northeast Census Region
JTU00NETSR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.90
Year-over-Year Change
-6.45%
Date Range
12/1/2000 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Total Separations: Total Nonfarm in Northeast Census Region metric tracks the number of job separations, including quits, layoffs, and other terminations, in the northeastern United States. This data provides insights into labor market dynamics and workforce turnover.
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 series measures the total number of job separations in the total nonfarm sector for the Northeast Census Region of the United States. It is a key indicator of labor market health and workforce churn, and is used by economists and policymakers to assess employment trends and the overall state of the regional economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Tracking total separations can help inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions that aim to promote stable employment and economic growth.
Key Facts
- The Northeast Census Region includes Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
- Job separations include voluntary quits, involuntary layoffs and discharges, and other terminations.
- Monitoring total separations helps assess labor market churn and hiring/firing patterns.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the total number of job separations, including quits, layoffs, and other terminations, in the total nonfarm sector for the Northeastern United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Total separations is a key indicator of labor market health and workforce churn, providing insights into employment dynamics that are relevant for economists, policymakers, and labor market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Monitoring total separations can help inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions that aim to promote stable employment and economic growth in the Northeast region.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The JOLTS data is published monthly, with a lag of approximately 6 weeks, so there may be a delay in the most recent data being available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Total Separations: Total Nonfarm in Northeast Census Region (JTU00NETSR), retrieved from FRED.