All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Utilities in Missouri

SMU29000004322000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

12.10

Year-over-Year Change

-0.82%

Date Range

1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the total number of employees in the utilities industry in Missouri. It provides insights into the labor market and economic activity in this key infrastructure sector.

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: Transportation and Utilities: Utilities in Missouri series tracks the monthly employment levels in the utilities industry across the state. This data is used by economists and policymakers to monitor economic conditions and productivity in this critical component of the state's economy.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

Utilities employment is an important indicator of infrastructure investment and economic development in Missouri.

Key Facts

  • Missouri has over 20,000 utility industry employees.
  • Utilities employment accounts for about 1% of total nonfarm jobs in the state.
  • Utility jobs pay 35% higher wages on average than the state's private sector.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total number of employees working in the utilities industry across the state of Missouri.

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

A: Utilities employment is a key indicator of infrastructure investment, economic activity, and productivity in Missouri's energy sector.

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: Economists and policymakers use this data to monitor conditions and make decisions related to energy, infrastructure, and economic development in Missouri.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a one-month lag by the Federal Reserve.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Utilities in Missouri (SMU29000004322000001), retrieved from FRED.