All Employees: Education and Health Services: Home Health Care Services in Louisiana
Not Seasonally Adjusted
SMU22000006562160001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
20.40
Year-over-Year Change
0.99%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the monthly unemployment rate in the United States without adjusting for seasonal variations. This data is crucial for economists and policymakers to understand underlying labor market trends.
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 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' unemployment rate provides a raw, unadjusted view of the U.S. labor market. Unlike the more commonly reported seasonally adjusted rate, this measure does not account for typical seasonal fluctuations, offering a more direct representation of actual employment conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' unemployment rate is used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to supplement the seasonally adjusted figures and gain a fuller understanding of the nation's employment landscape.
Key Facts
- The U.S. unemployment rate was 3.7% in September 2022 on a non-seasonally adjusted basis.
- Seasonal adjustments account for predictable fluctuations, such as holiday hiring and weather impacts.
- The non-seasonally adjusted rate provides a more direct view of actual employment conditions.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the monthly unemployment rate in the United States without accounting for typical seasonal variations in the labor market.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate provides a more direct representation of actual employment conditions, allowing economists and policymakers to better understand underlying labor market trends.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to supplement the more commonly reported seasonally adjusted figures and gain a fuller understanding of the nation's employment landscape.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is published concurrently with the seasonally adjusted data, without any notable update delays or limitations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU22000006562160001), retrieved from FRED.