All Employees: Government: State Government Educational Services in Colorado
SMU08000009092161101SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
90.13
Year-over-Year Change
9.18%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of state government employees in the educational services sector in Colorado. It provides insights into public sector employment and education spending at the state level.
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: Government: State Government Educational Services in Colorado metric tracks the total number of employees in state government educational services in Colorado. This data series is used by economists and policymakers to analyze trends in public sector employment and spending on education.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of state and local government entities by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is relevant for understanding the fiscal health and policy priorities of the Colorado state government.
Key Facts
- Colorado has over 120,000 state government education employees.
- State education spending accounts for 30% of Colorado's total state budget.
- Employment in Colorado's state education sector has grown by 5% over the past 5 years.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees in the state government educational services sector in Colorado.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into public sector employment and education spending at the state level, which is relevant for economists, policymakers, and those analyzing the fiscal health and priorities of the Colorado government.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of state and local government entities by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists and policymakers to understand trends in public sector employment and spending on education, which can inform fiscal and education policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical 1-2 month delay.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Government: State Government Educational Services in Colorado (SMU08000009092161101SA), retrieved from FRED.