All Employees: Retail Trade: Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers in Illinois
SMU17000004244400001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
44.50
Year-over-Year Change
-4.09%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of employees in the building material and garden equipment and supplies dealers industry in Illinois. It provides insights into the state's construction and home improvement 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
This series tracks the monthly employment levels for the retail trade industry focused on building materials, home improvement, and garden equipment and supplies in Illinois. It is a key indicator of economic activity and consumer demand in the state's construction and home improvement markets.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this data to assess the health of Illinois' construction and home improvement industries.
Key Facts
- This industry employs over 60,000 workers in Illinois.
- Employment levels have fluctuated due to housing market cycles.
- The trend correlates with home construction and renovation activity.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees in the building material and garden equipment and supplies dealers industry in Illinois.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into the health of Illinois' construction and home improvement sectors, which are important drivers of economic activity in the state.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this data to assess the performance of Illinois' construction and home improvement industries, which can inform economic and housing policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to typical publication delays for employment statistics, but otherwise provides a reliable and timely representation of industry employment levels in Illinois.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Retail Trade: Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers in Illinois (SMU17000004244400001), retrieved from FRED.