All Employees: Educational Services: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools in Wisconsin
SMU55000006561130001A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
25.90
Year-over-Year Change
2.78%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 1/1/2024
Summary
This trend measures the total number of employees in the educational services industry, specifically colleges, universities, and professional schools, in the state of Wisconsin. This metric is important for understanding workforce and labor market dynamics in the higher education 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: Educational Services: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools in Wisconsin data series tracks the total number of people employed by post-secondary educational institutions in Wisconsin. This provides insight into the size and composition of the state's higher education workforce.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This employment trend is used by policymakers, economists, and education analysts to monitor the health and outlook of Wisconsin's post-secondary education system.
Key Facts
- Wisconsin has over 50 colleges and universities.
- Higher education is a major employer in the state.
- Employment in this sector has remained relatively stable in recent years.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of people employed by colleges, universities, and professional schools in the state of Wisconsin.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the size and stability of Wisconsin's higher education workforce, which is an important part of the state's overall economy and labor market.
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, economists, and education analysts use this employment trend to monitor the health and outlook of Wisconsin's post-secondary education system.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical release lag of 1-2 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Educational Services: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools in Wisconsin (SMU55000006561130001A), retrieved from FRED.