All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality: Other Amusement and Recreation Industries in Colorado

SMU08000007071390001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

47.78

Year-over-Year Change

7.31%

Date Range

1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures employment levels in the leisure and hospitality sector's other amusement and recreation industries in Colorado. It is a key indicator of economic activity and consumer demand in the state's recreational and entertainment industries.

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: Leisure and Hospitality: Other Amusement and Recreation Industries in Colorado' series tracks the number of people employed in industries like amusement parks, arcades, golf courses, marinas, and fitness and recreational sports centers across the state. This data provides insights into the overall health and performance of Colorado's tourism and entertainment economy.

Methodology

The data is collected through employer surveys by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

Policymakers and businesses use this employment trend to gauge consumer demand and make decisions about economic development, infrastructure, and workforce planning.

Key Facts

  • Colorado's other amusement and recreation industries employ over 50,000 people.
  • Employment in this sector has grown by 15% over the past 5 years.
  • The leisure and hospitality industry accounts for 10% of Colorado's total employment.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the number of people employed in leisure and hospitality industries like amusement parks, golf courses, and fitness centers across the state of Colorado.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This employment data provides insights into the overall health and performance of Colorado's tourism and entertainment economy, which is an important driver of the state's economic activity.

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 businesses use this employment trend to gauge consumer demand and make decisions about economic development, infrastructure, and workforce planning in Colorado's leisure and hospitality industries.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published monthly with a typical 1-2 month delay from the reference period.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality: Other Amusement and Recreation Industries in Colorado (SMU08000007071390001SA), retrieved from FRED.