All Employees: Education and Health Services: Private Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools in North Carolina

SMU37000006561130001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

54.67

Year-over-Year Change

2.72%

Date Range

1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures employment in private colleges, universities, and professional schools in North Carolina. It provides insights into the health of the higher education sector and labor market in the state.

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: Private Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools in North Carolina series tracks the number of people employed in these institutions. It is an important indicator of the economic strength and viability of the private higher education industry in the state.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the performance of North Carolina's private higher education sector and its contributions to the state's economy.

Key Facts

  • North Carolina has over 50 private colleges and universities.
  • The private higher education sector employs over 50,000 people in the state.
  • Employment in this sector has grown by 10% over the past 5 years.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total number of people employed by private colleges, universities, and professional schools in the state of North Carolina.

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

A: This trend provides insight into the economic health and performance of the private higher education sector in North Carolina, which is an important part of the state's economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

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

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the strength of North Carolina's private higher education industry and its contribution to the state's overall economic performance.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released on a monthly basis with a typical lag of one to two months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Education and Health Services: Private Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools in North Carolina (SMU37000006561130001SA), retrieved from FRED.