All Employees: Government: Local Government Excluding Educational Services in Rhode Island
SMU44000009093200001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
13.17
Year-over-Year Change
3.85%
Date Range
1/1/2005 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the number of employees in local government, excluding educational services, in the state of Rhode Island. It provides insight into the size and changes in the public sector workforce at the local level.
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: Government: Local Government Excluding Educational Services in Rhode Island metric tracks the total number of workers employed by local governments in Rhode Island, excluding those in the education sector. This data point is a key indicator of the size and health of the public sector labor market in the state.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of public and private employers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is widely used by economists, policymakers, and analysts to assess the economic conditions and labor market dynamics within Rhode Island's public sector.
Key Facts
- The metric is seasonally adjusted.
- Data is reported on a monthly basis.
- The series dates back to January 1990.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees working in local government in Rhode Island, excluding those in the education sector.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the size and changes in the public sector workforce at the local level, which is an important indicator of economic conditions and labor market dynamics within Rhode Island.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of public and private employers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is widely used by economists, policymakers, and analysts to assess the economic conditions and labor market dynamics within Rhode Island's public sector.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported on a monthly basis, with some potential for short delays in publication.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Government: Local Government Excluding Educational Services in Rhode Island (SMU44000009093200001SA), retrieved from FRED.