Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: 16 years and over: Women
LEU0254467000Q • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
54,342.00
Year-over-Year Change
1.75%
Date Range
1/1/1979 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks full-time employment for women aged 16 and over in the United States. Provides critical insights into female labor force participation and economic engagement.
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 number of women working full-time as wage and salary employees. It reflects broader trends in female workforce participation and economic opportunities.
Methodology
Data collected quarterly through the Bureau of Labor Statistics Current Population Survey.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to assess gender workforce dynamics and economic inclusion.
Key Facts
- Reflects women's economic participation rates
- Quarterly measurement of full-time employment
- Indicates workforce gender integration progress
FAQs
Q: How does this metric track women's employment?
A: Measures full-time employed women aged 16+ across various economic sectors. Provides quarterly snapshot of female workforce engagement.
Q: Why is tracking women's employment important?
A: Helps understand economic opportunities, gender equality, and labor market trends for women.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Quarterly updates provide current employment landscape for women workers.
Q: What industries are included in this measurement?
A: Covers wage and salary workers across all economic sectors for women 16 and older.
Q: Can this data show economic recovery trends?
A: Provides insights into women's employment recovery during economic shifts and challenges.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: 16 years and over: Women (LEU0254467000Q), retrieved from FRED.