Unemployment Rate - 18-19 Yrs., Men
Not Seasonally Adjusted
LNU04000154 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
15.10
Year-over-Year Change
0.67%
Date Range
1/1/1948 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Represents raw employment data without seasonal adjustments. Provides unfiltered snapshot of labor market conditions before statistical smoothing.
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
Not Seasonally Adjusted data reflects actual employment numbers without removing predictable seasonal variations. Useful for understanding raw economic fluctuations.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly household surveys by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Critical for understanding unadjusted labor market dynamics across different economic periods.
Key Facts
- Captures unmodified employment data
- Reveals raw economic fluctuations
- Useful for detailed seasonal analysis
FAQs
Q: What does 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' mean?
A: Raw data without statistical smoothing of predictable seasonal changes. Shows actual employment numbers.
Q: Why are seasonal adjustments important?
A: Adjustments help compare economic data across different times by removing predictable seasonal variations.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates through Bureau of Labor Statistics household surveys.
Q: Can businesses use this data?
A: Useful for understanding raw market conditions and planning seasonal workforce strategies.
Q: What are limitations of non-seasonally adjusted data?
A: May include temporary fluctuations that don't represent long-term economic trends.
Related Trends
Unemployment Rate - College Graduates - Professional Degree, 55 to 64 years, Women
CGPD5564W
Unemployment Rate - Associate Degree, 16 to 17 years, Men
ADEG1617M
FOMC Summary of Economic Projections for the Civilian Unemployment Rate, Range, High
UNRATERH
Unemployment Rate - College Graduates - Doctoral Degree, 35 to 44 years, Men
CGDD3544M
Unemployment Rate - College Graduates - Doctoral Degree, 16 years and over, Women
CGDD16OW
Unemployment Rate - 4 years of High School, No Diploma, 25 to 64 years, Men
HS4N2564M
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LNU04000154), retrieved from FRED.