Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LRUPTTMAEUA156S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5.61
Year-over-Year Change
23.51%
Date Range
1/1/2005 - 1/1/2012
Summary
This economic trend measures the annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in the United States. Analyzing this metric helps policymakers and economists gauge the overall health and stability 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
The annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate provides an unfiltered view of the labor force, without accounting for typical seasonal employment fluctuations. This raw data point is often used in conjunction with other labor market indicators to evaluate the broader economic climate.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This unemployment rate trend is widely monitored by government agencies, economists, and market analysts to inform economic policy and investment decisions.
Key Facts
- The annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate reached a high of 14.7% in April 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- This metric averaged 5.8% in the decade prior to the pandemic from 2010-2019.
- The labor force participation rate is another key indicator used alongside the unemployment rate.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate measures the percentage of the total labor force that is jobless in a given year, without accounting for typical seasonal employment fluctuations.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This raw, unfiltered unemployment rate is a critical metric for evaluating the overall health and stability of the labor market, which is a key driver of broader economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted monthly by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, economists, and market analysts closely monitor this unemployment rate trend to inform decisions around fiscal and monetary policy, business investment, and consumer spending.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There is typically a one-month delay in the release of this unemployment rate data from the Census Bureau.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LRUPTTMAEUA156S), retrieved from FRED.