Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Unemployment Rate Total: From 55 to 64 Years for Canada
Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LRUN55TTCAQ156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5.49
Year-over-Year Change
14.46%
Date Range
1/1/1976 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The 'Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the unemployment rate in the United States on a quarterly basis without seasonal adjustments. This metric is closely watched by economists and policymakers to gauge the overall health of the labor market.
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 unemployment rate series represents the percentage of the civilian labor force that is jobless but actively seeking employment and available to work. The non-seasonally adjusted data provides a more raw, unfiltered view of underlying trends compared to the commonly cited seasonally adjusted figures.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey (CPS), a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Tracking the non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is valuable for understanding labor market dynamics and informing economic policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Quarterly data series, not seasonally adjusted.
- Measures the percentage of civilian labor force that is jobless but actively seeking work.
- Provides a raw, unfiltered view of underlying employment trends.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the unemployment rate in the United States on a quarterly basis without seasonal adjustments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Tracking the non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is valuable for understanding labor market dynamics and informing economic policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey (CPS), a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate provides a raw, unfiltered view of underlying employment trends that is used by economists and policymakers to gauge the overall health of the labor market.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The quarterly, non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate data is published with a short lag by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LRUN55TTCAQ156N), retrieved from FRED.