All Employees: Government: Local Government in Connecticut
SMU09000009093000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
134.60
Year-over-Year Change
0.45%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of local government employees in the state of Connecticut. It is an important indicator of the size and employment trends in the public sector at the state and local 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: Local Government in Connecticut series tracks the total number of people employed by local governments within the state, including city, county, and other municipal agencies. This data provides insights into the size and composition of the public workforce and can inform policy decisions around budgets, public services, and economic conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of state and local government entities by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This economic indicator is used by policymakers, economists, and analysts to assess the role of the public sector in Connecticut's economy and labor market.
Key Facts
- Connecticut has over 200,000 local government employees.
- Local government is a major employer in the state, accounting for over 7% of total nonfarm employment.
- Public sector employment trends can indicate the fiscal health and policy priorities of state and local governments.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of people employed by local governments in the state of Connecticut, including city, county, and other municipal agencies.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insights into the size and composition of the public workforce in Connecticut, which is a major employer in the state. It can inform policy decisions around budgets, public services, and overall economic conditions.
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 economic indicator is used by policymakers, economists, and analysts to assess the role of the public sector in Connecticut's economy and labor market.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a monthly basis with a lag of several weeks, so there may be some delay in reflecting the most recent employment changes.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Government: Local Government in Connecticut (SMU09000009093000001), retrieved from FRED.