All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in North Carolina
SMU37000006562100001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
245.90
Year-over-Year Change
2.63%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures employment in the ambulatory health care services industry in North Carolina. It is an important indicator of the health and growth of 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 North Carolina series tracks the total number of people employed in ambulatory healthcare settings such as physicians' offices, outpatient care centers, and home healthcare services across the state. This metric provides insight into the labor market and service capacity of North Carolina's broader healthcare industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This employment trend is closely monitored by policymakers, industry analysts, and economic development organizations in North Carolina.
Key Facts
- The ambulatory healthcare services industry is the largest employer in North Carolina's healthcare sector.
- Employment in this industry has grown steadily over the past decade, reflecting rising demand for outpatient medical services.
- North Carolina ranks among the top states nationally for ambulatory healthcare services employment.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of people employed in ambulatory healthcare services, such as physicians' offices and outpatient care centers, across the state of North Carolina.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This employment metric provides insight into the health and growth of North Carolina's broader healthcare industry, which is a key driver of the state's economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of business establishments conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This employment trend is closely monitored by policymakers, industry analysts, and economic development organizations in North Carolina to assess the state's healthcare sector and labor market conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published on a monthly basis with a typical 1-2 month lag, so it provides relatively timely insight into employment trends in this industry.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in North Carolina (SMU37000006562100001), retrieved from FRED.