All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation in Idaho

SMU16000007071000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

20.10

Year-over-Year Change

7.49%

Date Range

1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the total number of leisure and hospitality employees in the arts, entertainment, and recreation industry in Idaho. It is a key indicator of the health and performance of Idaho's tourism and recreation sectors.

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: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation in Idaho data series tracks the monthly employment levels in this important industry segment. It provides insights into workforce dynamics, consumer demand, and economic activity related to Idaho's arts, entertainment, and recreation businesses.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

This employment trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economic analysts, and industry stakeholders to assess the state's tourism industry and inform economic development strategies.

Key Facts

  • Idaho's arts, entertainment, and recreation industry employed over 25,000 people as of the latest data.
  • Employment in this sector has grown by 15% over the past 5 years.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic caused a sharp 30% decline in industry employment in 2020.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This data series tracks the total number of employees in the arts, entertainment, and recreation segment of Idaho's leisure and hospitality industry.

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

A: This employment trend provides insights into the health and performance of Idaho's tourism and recreation sectors, which are important drivers of the state's economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers, economic analysts, and industry stakeholders monitor this employment trend to assess the state's tourism industry and inform economic development strategies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a 1-month lag by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation in Idaho (SMU16000007071000001), retrieved from FRED.