All Employees: Education and Health Services: Private Educational Services in Puerto Rico
SMS72000006561000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
33.30
Year-over-Year Change
2.46%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures employment in the private educational services sector in Puerto Rico. It is an important indicator of the health and growth of the education industry in the region.
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 All Employees: Education and Health Services: Private Educational Services in Puerto Rico series tracks the number of people employed in private educational institutions in Puerto Rico, such as private schools, colleges, and universities. This data provides insights into the state of the education sector and helps policymakers and analysts assess the vitality of the local economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of private employers in Puerto Rico conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and education stakeholders to monitor the strength of the private education industry and its contribution to Puerto Rico's overall economic performance.
Key Facts
- Private educational services account for a significant portion of Puerto Rico's economy.
- Employment in this sector has fluctuated over the past decade.
- Trends in private educational services employment can indicate the broader health of Puerto Rico's education industry.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of people employed in private educational institutions in Puerto Rico, such as private schools, colleges, and universities.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into the state of the education sector in Puerto Rico and helps policymakers and analysts assess the vitality of the local economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of private employers in Puerto Rico conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and education stakeholders to monitor the strength of the private education industry and its contribution to Puerto Rico's overall economic performance.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the typical update schedules and potential limitations of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' surveys.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Education and Health Services: Private Educational Services in Puerto Rico (SMS72000006561000001), retrieved from FRED.