Unemployment Rate Part-Time Workers
LNS14200000 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4.30
Year-over-Year Change
-8.51%
Date Range
1/1/1968 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks unemployment rates specifically for part-time workers. Provides critical insight into labor market flexibility and economic challenges.
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
Measures percentage of part-time workers seeking full-time employment. Indicates economic stress and labor market structural changes.
Methodology
Calculated through monthly household survey of employment status.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to assess economic health and potential labor market interventions.
Key Facts
- Reflects involuntary part-time employment
- Indicates economic flexibility
- Signals potential economic challenges
FAQs
Q: What defines part-time unemployment?
A: Workers employed part-time who desire full-time work but cannot find it. Indicates economic underutilization.
Q: Why track part-time unemployment?
A: Reveals economic stress, labor market flexibility, and potential structural employment challenges.
Q: How does part-time unemployment impact economy?
A: Indicates potential economic weakness, reduced consumer spending, and labor market inefficiencies.
Q: Who is most affected by part-time unemployment?
A: Young workers, service industry employees, and sectors with high job market volatility.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates through Bureau of Labor Statistics household surveys.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Rate Part-Time Workers (LNS14200000), retrieved from FRED.