All Employees: Retail Trade: Health and Personal Care Retailers in Pennsylvania
SMU42000004245600001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
44.40
Year-over-Year Change
-1.77%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of employees in the health and personal care retail industry in Pennsylvania. It provides insights into the state's consumer spending patterns and the health of the local retail 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: Retail Trade: Health and Personal Care Retailers in Pennsylvania metric tracks the employment levels in stores that sell health and personal care products, such as pharmacies, drugstores, and cosmetic shops. This data is used by economists and policymakers to analyze consumer demand and the overall strength of Pennsylvania's retail industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is relevant for understanding consumer behavior, retail market conditions, and the broader economic health of Pennsylvania.
Key Facts
- Pennsylvania has over 78,000 health and personal care retail employees.
- Retail trade accounts for about 10% of Pennsylvania's total employment.
- Health and personal care stores make up nearly 20% of Pennsylvania's retail workforce.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees working in the health and personal care retail industry in the state of Pennsylvania.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insights into consumer spending patterns and the overall health of Pennsylvania's retail sector, which is important for economists, policymakers, and businesses.
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: This trend is used by policymakers and analysts to monitor consumer demand, retail market conditions, and the broader economic performance of Pennsylvania.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical 1-2 month delay.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Retail Trade: Health and Personal Care Retailers in Pennsylvania (SMU42000004245600001), retrieved from FRED.