Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Writers and authors occupations: 16 years and over
LEU0254486400A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
113.00
Year-over-Year Change
31.40%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2024
Summary
Tracks employment data for writers and authors across the United States. Provides critical insights into creative professional labor market trends and workforce composition.
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 economic indicator measures full-time employment levels for writers and authors nationwide. It helps analyze creative industry workforce dynamics and employment patterns.
Methodology
Data collected through comprehensive Bureau of Labor Statistics household surveys.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and industry analysts to understand creative professional employment trends.
Key Facts
- Reflects full-time employment for writers and authors
- Includes professionals across multiple media platforms
- Provides snapshot of creative industry labor market
FAQs
Q: How are writers and authors defined in this dataset?
A: Includes professional writers across books, magazines, digital media, and freelance platforms.
Q: What does full-time employment mean in this context?
A: Typically indicates working 35 or more hours per week in writing-related occupations.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically updated monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: Why is tracking writers' employment important?
A: Provides insights into creative economy health and cultural production trends.
Q: Are freelance writers included in this dataset?
A: Primarily focuses on full-time, wage and salary workers in writing professions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Writers and Authors Employment (LEU0254486400A), retrieved from FRED.