Employment Level - Nonagriculture, Government Wage and Salary Workers
LNS12032188 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
21,635.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.02%
Date Range
1/1/1948 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks employment levels for government wage and salary workers across various public sector departments. Provides insights into public sector workforce dynamics.
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 total number of wage and salary workers employed in government sectors. Reflects public employment trends and government workforce size.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly household and establishment surveys by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to assess government employment and public sector workforce strategies.
Key Facts
- Includes federal, state, and local government employees
- Excludes military and agricultural government workers
- Important indicator of public sector job market
FAQs
Q: What government sectors does this include?
A: Covers federal, state, and local government employees across various departments and agencies.
Q: How frequently is government employment data updated?
A: Monthly updates provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for current workforce insights.
Q: Why track government employment?
A: Provides insights into public sector job market, government spending, and administrative workforce trends.
Q: How does this differ from total employment?
A: Focuses exclusively on government wage and salary workers, excluding private and agricultural sectors.
Q: What can this data tell us about the economy?
A: Indicates government hiring trends, public sector economic health, and potential fiscal policy impacts.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Employment Level - Nonagriculture, Government Wage and Salary Workers (LNS12032188), retrieved from FRED.