All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Utilities in Utah
SMU49000004322000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4.40
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of employees in the utilities industry in the state of Utah. It provides insight into the size and employment trends of this important sector of the state's economy.
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: Transportation and Utilities: Utilities in Utah series tracks the total number of workers employed in the utilities industry across the state. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze the health and productivity of this critical infrastructure sector.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Trends in utilities employment are monitored for their implications on infrastructure investment, energy supply, and economic growth.
Key Facts
- Utah utilities employ over 7,000 workers.
- Utilities jobs make up 1.3% of total employment in Utah.
- Utilities employment has grown by 10% in Utah over the past decade.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees working in the utilities industry across the state of Utah.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Utilities employment is an important indicator of the health and productivity of Utah's critical infrastructure sector, with implications for energy supply, economic growth, and investment.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through establishment surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Trends in utilities employment are monitored by economists and policymakers to understand infrastructure capacity, energy supply, and broader economic conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical 1-2 month lag between the reference period and the release date.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Utilities in Utah (SMU49000004322000001), retrieved from FRED.