Average Weekly Hours of All Employees: Trade, Transportation, and Utilities in District of Columbia
SMU11000004000000002 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
31.10
Year-over-Year Change
-1.89%
Date Range
1/1/2007 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the average weekly hours worked by all employees in the trade, transportation, and utilities sector in the District of Columbia. It provides insight into labor market conditions and productivity in this key economic 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 Average Weekly Hours of All Employees: Trade, Transportation, and Utilities in District of Columbia is a key indicator of economic activity and labor market dynamics. It tracks the average number of hours worked per week by employees in industries related to trade, logistics, and public utilities within the District of Columbia.
Methodology
The data is collected through employer surveys by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to assess the health of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan economy.
Key Facts
- The series has been tracked since 1990.
- The average weekly hours peaked at 38.7 in 2019.
- Weekly hours declined during the COVID-19 pandemic.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the average number of hours worked per week by employees in the trade, transportation, and utilities sector within the District of Columbia.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into labor market conditions and productivity within a key economic region, which is valuable information for policymakers, economists, and market analysts.
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: This trend is closely monitored by policymakers and analysts to assess the health of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan economy and inform economic policies and decision-making.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical release lag of around one month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Average Weekly Hours of All Employees: Trade, Transportation, and Utilities in District of Columbia (SMU11000004000000002), retrieved from FRED.