Unemployment Rate - 16-17 Yrs., Men
LNS14000152 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
18.10
Year-over-Year Change
66.06%
Date Range
1/1/1948 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks unemployment among male teenagers aged 16-17. Provides critical insight into youth labor market participation and economic opportunities.
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 jobless young men actively seeking employment. It reflects broader economic conditions and youth workforce challenges.
Methodology
Bureau of Labor Statistics conducts monthly household surveys to calculate this rate.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to assess youth employment strategies and economic interventions.
Key Facts
- Reflects economic opportunities for young male workers
- Sensitive indicator of economic health
- Helps track generational employment trends
FAQs
Q: Why is teenage male unemployment important?
A: It indicates economic opportunities and potential workforce development challenges for young men.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics through household surveys.
Q: What factors influence this unemployment rate?
A: Economic conditions, education, skills training, and local job market dynamics.
Q: How does this rate compare to overall unemployment?
A: Typically higher due to limited work experience and skills of teenage workers.
Q: Can this data predict economic trends?
A: Serves as an early indicator of broader labor market conditions and economic health.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Rate - 16-17 Yrs., Men (LNS14000152), retrieved from FRED.