Total Separations: Private Educational Services
JTU6100TSR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.90
Year-over-Year Change
-11.36%
Date Range
12/1/2000 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Total Separations: Private Educational Services metric tracks the number of people leaving their jobs in the private education industry, providing insights into 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 metric measures the total number of employees who have separated from their jobs in the private educational services sector, including voluntary quits, involuntary layoffs, and other types of employment termination. It offers important data for understanding labor market dynamics in this key economic sector.
Methodology
The data is collected through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS).
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to gauge employment trends and workforce stability in the private education industry.
Key Facts
- The private education sector employs over 3.3 million people in the U.S.
- Separations in this sector peaked at over 450,000 per month during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Turnover rates in private education are typically lower than the overall private sector average.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the total number of employees who have separated from their jobs in the private educational services sector, including voluntary quits, involuntary layoffs, and other types of employment termination.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides important insights into labor market dynamics and workforce turnover in the private education industry, which is a key sector of the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS).
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to gauge employment trends and workforce stability in the private education industry, which can inform decisions and policies related to the labor market and education sector.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical 1-2 month delay.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Total Separations: Private Educational Services (JTU6100TSR), retrieved from FRED.