Unemployment Rate - 45-54 Yrs., Women

Not Seasonally Adjusted

LNU04000341 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

3.40

Year-over-Year Change

3.03%

Date Range

1/1/1948 - 7/1/2025

Summary

Represents raw unemployment data without seasonal adjustments. Provides unfiltered view of labor market fluctuations.

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 shows unemployment rates in their original, unadjusted form. Reveals raw employment market dynamics.

Methodology

Collected monthly through comprehensive labor force survey by Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

Used by economists to understand raw employment trends before statistical smoothing.

Key Facts

  • Shows unmodified unemployment data
  • Reveals immediate labor market fluctuations
  • Critical for detailed economic analysis

FAQs

Q: What does 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' mean?

A: Raw data without statistical modifications to remove seasonal variations. Shows actual employment numbers.

Q: Why use non-seasonally adjusted data?

A: Provides unfiltered view of labor market changes, useful for detailed economic research.

Q: How differs from seasonally adjusted data?

A: Includes natural fluctuations from seasonal employment patterns without statistical smoothing.

Q: When should this data be used?

A: Best for detailed analysis requiring unmodified employment information.

Q: Are there limitations to this data?

A: Seasonal variations can obscure long-term trends without statistical adjustment.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LNU04000341), retrieved from FRED.