All Employees: Wholesale Trade: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods in Idaho
Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SMU16000004142400001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
14.10
Year-over-Year Change
-6.62%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator measures total private employment in the St. Louis, MO-IL Metropolitan Statistical Area on a monthly basis without seasonal adjustments. It provides insights into the local labor market and economic conditions.
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 total private employment level is a key metric for evaluating the strength and dynamics of a regional economy. This unadjusted series allows for direct month-over-month comparisons to identify employment trends in the St. Louis metro area.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of private establishments in the St. Louis region.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this indicator to monitor the health of the local job market and inform economic decisions.
Key Facts
- The St. Louis metro area has a population of over 2.8 million people.
- Private sector employment accounts for approximately 85% of total jobs in the region.
- Manufacturing is a major industry, employing over 100,000 workers in the metro area.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the total number of private sector jobs in the St. Louis, MO-IL metropolitan area on a monthly basis without seasonal adjustments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The private employment level is a key barometer of the local economy's health and performance. This unadjusted data allows for direct month-over-month comparisons to identify emerging employment trends in the St. Louis region.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of private establishments located within the St. Louis metropolitan statistical area.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this indicator to monitor the strength of the local job market and inform economic decisions, such as workforce development initiatives and infrastructure investments.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be a short delay of a few weeks between the reference month and the data release. The series does not account for seasonal variations in employment patterns.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU16000004142400001), retrieved from FRED.