Unemployment Rate - 55 Yrs. & over, Women
Not Seasonally Adjusted
LNU04024232 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.30
Year-over-Year Change
-2.94%
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 raw employment data without statistical smoothing
- Reveals seasonal employment pattern variations
- Provides unfiltered economic measurement baseline
FAQs
Q: What does 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' mean?
A: Raw data without removing predictable seasonal fluctuations. Shows actual employment numbers as they occur.
Q: Why are seasonal adjustments important?
A: Adjustments help isolate underlying economic trends by removing predictable seasonal variations.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly data collection provides current labor market snapshots.
Q: Can businesses use this data?
A: Useful for understanding raw employment patterns and seasonal workforce changes.
Q: What are limitations of non-adjusted data?
A: May include seasonal noise that can obscure long-term economic trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LNU04024232), retrieved from FRED.