All Employees: Government in Puerto Rico
Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SMU72000009000000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
195.60
Year-over-Year Change
1.09%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This series measures the monthly, not seasonally adjusted employment level in the United States. It provides insights into broader labor market trends and is a key indicator for economists and policymakers.
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 Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted employment level tracks the total number of non-farm payroll jobs in the U.S. on a monthly basis without adjusting for seasonal fluctuations. This unadjusted data offers a raw view of employment changes that can inform economic analysis and policy decisions.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey, a monthly survey of businesses and government agencies.
Historical Context
This employment trend is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the strength of the U.S. labor market and broader economic conditions.
Key Facts
- The U.S. had over 155 million non-farm payroll jobs as of the latest report.
- Employment levels fluctuate seasonally, with higher numbers during summer months.
- This data series dates back to 1939 and is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted employment level tracks the total number of non-farm payroll jobs in the United States on a monthly basis without adjusting for seasonal factors.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This unadjusted employment data provides insights into broader labor market trends and is a key indicator used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the strength of the U.S. economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey, a monthly survey of businesses and government agencies conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted employment level is closely watched by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to gauge the health of the labor market and inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The employment data is released monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics with a typical one-month lag. There are no significant limitations, as the survey covers a large sample of businesses across the United States.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU72000009000000001), retrieved from FRED.