Unemployed Persons in Arizona

Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

LAUST040000000000004 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

171,008.00

Year-over-Year Change

15.19%

Date Range

1/1/1976 - 6/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the monthly, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for the United States. It provides important insights into the current state of the labor market and is closely monitored by economists and policymakers.

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 monthly, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is a key indicator of the overall health of the U.S. economy. It represents the proportion of the civilian labor force that is jobless but actively seeking employment, without adjusting for typical seasonal variations.

Methodology

The data is collected through the Current Population Survey, a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Historical Context

This trend is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the strength of the labor market and inform economic policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. unemployment rate was 3.7% in October 2022.
  • The unemployment rate has steadily declined since the COVID-19 pandemic peak of 14.7% in April 2020.
  • The labor force participation rate was 62.2% in October 2022.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the monthly, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for the United States, which represents the proportion of the civilian labor force that is jobless but actively seeking employment.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: The monthly, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is a key indicator of the overall health of the U.S. labor market and economy, providing important insights that are closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and market analysts.

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: This trend is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the strength of the labor market and inform economic policy decisions, such as monetary policy, fiscal policy, and labor market interventions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The monthly, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate data is typically released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics within a few weeks after the end of the reference month, with minimal delay.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LAUST040000000000004), retrieved from FRED.