All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation in Connecticut
Monthly, Seasonally Adjusted
SMS09000007071000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
28.60
Year-over-Year Change
-0.69%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Monthly, Seasonally Adjusted series measures the average number of hours worked per week by production and nonsupervisory employees in the private nonfarm sector. This key employment metric provides insights into labor market conditions and economic activity.
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 monthly series tracks the average number of hours worked per week by production and nonsupervisory employees, a major component of the U.S. labor force. Economists and policymakers closely monitor this data to assess workforce productivity, labor utilization, and underlying trends in the broader economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through employer surveys by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
The average weekly hours trend serves as an important input for analysis of employment, output, and economic policies.
Key Facts
- The series began in January 1939.
- The all-time high was 39.0 hours in June 1945.
- The all-time low was 33.1 hours in April 2020.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series tracks the average number of hours worked per week by production and nonsupervisory employees in the private nonfarm sector of the U.S. economy.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The average weekly hours data provides valuable insights into labor market conditions, workforce productivity, and the overall state of the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through employer surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists use this metric to assess labor market dynamics, inform policy decisions, and analyze broader economic trends.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly with a typical lag of about one month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Seasonally Adjusted (SMS09000007071000001), retrieved from FRED.