Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LFEAMNTTO1Q647N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
72,773,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
2.80%
Date Range
1/1/2008 - 4/1/2017
Summary
This economic trend measures the total employment level in the United States on a quarterly basis, without seasonal adjustments. It provides crucial insights into the overall health and dynamics of the U.S. labor market.
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 Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted employment level tracks the total number of people employed in the U.S. economy on a quarterly basis, without adjusting for typical seasonal fluctuations. This raw, unadjusted data offers a more direct view of employment trends and is used by economists and policymakers to supplement seasonally adjusted measures.
Methodology
The data is collected through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' household and establishment surveys.
Historical Context
This trend is widely referenced by economists, analysts, and policymakers to assess the strength and trajectory of the U.S. labor market.
Key Facts
- The U.S. had over 158 million people employed as of the latest quarter.
- Employment levels typically peak in the third quarter of each year.
- Quarterly employment data is not adjusted for seasonal variations.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of people employed in the United States on a quarterly basis, without adjusting for seasonal factors.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The unadjusted quarterly employment data provides a raw, unfiltered view of labor market trends, which is useful for economists and policymakers to supplement seasonally adjusted measures.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' monthly household and establishment surveys.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Quarterly employment levels are closely watched by the Federal Reserve, Congress, and other policymakers to assess the overall health and trajectory of the U.S. labor market.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics on a quarterly basis, with a lag of several weeks from the end of the reference quarter.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LFEAMNTTO1Q647N), retrieved from FRED.