Unemployment Rate - 62-64 Yrs., Women
LNU04000353 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4.20
Year-over-Year Change
82.61%
Date Range
6/1/1976 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Unemployment Rate - 62-64 Yrs., Women measures the percentage of women aged 62-64 who are unemployed and actively seeking work. This metric is a key indicator of labor market participation and economic conditions for older female workers.
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 economic series tracks the unemployment rate specifically for women between the ages of 62 and 64. It provides insight into the employment challenges and dynamics facing older female workers, which is valuable data for policymakers, economists, and labor market analysts.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau on behalf of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
The unemployment rate for older women is an important input for evaluating the impacts of economic policies, labor market trends, and demographic shifts on this segment of the workforce.
Key Facts
- The unemployment rate for women aged 62-64 was 3.5% in 2022.
- Women's labor force participation peaks around ages 25-54 then declines.
- Older women often face unique challenges re-entering the workforce.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Unemployment Rate - 62-64 Yrs., Women measures the percentage of women aged 62-64 who are unemployed and actively seeking work.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides important insights into the employment dynamics and challenges facing older female workers, which is valuable data for policymakers, economists, and labor market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau on behalf of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The unemployment rate for older women is an important input for evaluating the impacts of economic policies, labor market trends, and demographic shifts on this segment of the workforce.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical 1-2 month lag, and may be subject to revisions based on updated survey information.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Rate - 62-64 Yrs., Women (LNU04000353), retrieved from FRED.