Labor Force Participation Rate for Florida

Not Seasonally Adjusted

LBSNSA12 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

58.10

Year-over-Year Change

-1.02%

Date Range

1/1/1976 - 7/1/2025

Summary

The Not Seasonally Adjusted (NSA) series measures employment levels without adjustments for typical seasonal variations in labor markets. It provides a raw, unmodified view of employment trends over time.

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 NSA employment series represents the actual, unadjusted number of jobs in the economy. It contrasts with the more commonly reported Seasonally Adjusted (SA) series, which removes predictable fluctuations to reveal underlying trends.

Methodology

The NSA data is collected through employer surveys by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

The NSA employment data is used by analysts to understand real-time market dynamics and inform economic policymaking.

Key Facts

  • The NSA employment series is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  • It covers all non-farm payroll jobs in the United States.
  • The NSA data is widely used to track real-time changes in the job market.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Not Seasonally Adjusted (NSA) employment series measures the total number of non-farm payroll jobs in the U.S. economy without adjusting for typical seasonal variations.

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

A: The NSA employment data provides a raw, unfiltered view of real-time labor market conditions, which is important for understanding current economic dynamics and informing policy decisions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The NSA employment data is collected through monthly surveys of U.S. businesses and organizations by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The NSA employment data is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to assess the health of the labor market and inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The NSA employment data is published monthly, with a typical release lag of several weeks. There may be revisions to previous months' data as more complete information becomes available.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LBSNSA12), retrieved from FRED.