All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities in Louisiana

Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

SMU22000004300000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

90.80

Year-over-Year Change

3.65%

Date Range

1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the monthly average number of nonfarm jobs in the United States, not adjusted for seasonal variations. It provides important insights into the health and dynamics of the U.S. labor market.

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 Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted employment series tracks the total number of nonfarm payroll jobs in the country on a monthly basis, without adjusting for typical seasonal fluctuations. This raw data is useful for economists and policymakers to analyze employment trends and patterns over time.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of businesses and government agencies by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

This trend is closely watched by the Federal Reserve, government, and financial markets as an indicator of the broader economy's performance.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. economy added an average of 164,000 jobs per month in 2022.
  • The leisure and hospitality sector saw the largest job gains in 2022.
  • The unemployment rate declined to 3.5% by the end of 2022.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total number of nonfarm payroll jobs in the United States on a monthly basis, without adjusting for seasonal variations.

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

A: The monthly employment data provides important insights into the health and dynamics of the U.S. labor market, which is a key indicator of the broader economy's performance.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses and government agencies by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is closely watched by the Federal Reserve, government, and financial markets as an indicator of the broader economy's performance and to inform economic policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released monthly, but there may be a delay of several weeks between the reference period and the publication of the report.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU22000004300000001), retrieved from FRED.