All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Montana

SMU30000006562100001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

24.72

Year-over-Year Change

-0.83%

Date Range

1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025

Summary

This trend measures the number of all employees in the Ambulatory Health Care Services industry in Montana. It is a key indicator of employment and economic activity in the state's healthcare 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: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Montana series tracks the total number of workers in ambulatory healthcare settings such as physician offices, outpatient care centers, and home healthcare services. This data is used by economists and policymakers to monitor the health of Montana's healthcare industry and labor market.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

Ambulatory healthcare employment is an important metric for assessing the strength of Montana's medical services industry and its ability to meet community healthcare needs.

Key Facts

  • Montana's ambulatory healthcare sector employed over 22,000 workers as of the latest data.
  • Ambulatory healthcare is one of the fastest-growing industries in Montana.
  • The state's ambulatory services employment has increased by over 15% in the past decade.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total number of employees in the Ambulatory Health Care Services industry in the state of Montana.

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

A: Ambulatory healthcare employment is an important indicator of the strength and growth of Montana's medical services sector, which is a key component 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 and economists use this data to monitor the health of Montana's healthcare industry and assess its ability to meet the state's medical service needs.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a short delay, typically within a month of the reference period.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Montana (SMU30000006562100001SA), retrieved from FRED.