All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality in Arizona
AZLEIH • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
366.30
Year-over-Year Change
1.38%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality in Arizona' series measures the total number of people employed in the leisure and hospitality industry within the state of Arizona. This metric is a key indicator of economic activity and consumer demand in the tourism and service sectors.
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
This monthly employment series provides insights into the health and trends of Arizona's leisure and hospitality industry, which includes hotels, restaurants, bars, and recreational businesses. The data is used by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to assess the state's economic performance and outlook.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Fluctuations in leisure and hospitality employment can signal changes in consumer spending and travel patterns, which are important for assessing the broader state economy.
Key Facts
- Arizona's leisure and hospitality industry employs over 300,000 workers.
- Employment in this sector declined sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic but has since recovered.
- The leisure and hospitality industry accounts for about 10% of Arizona's total nonfarm employment.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series measures the total number of people employed in the leisure and hospitality industry within the state of Arizona, including jobs in hotels, restaurants, bars, and recreational businesses.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Leisure and hospitality employment is a key indicator of economic activity and consumer demand in Arizona, providing insights into the health of the state's tourism and service sectors.
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: Fluctuations in leisure and hospitality employment can signal changes in consumer spending and travel patterns, which are important for assessing the broader state economy and informing policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical delay of several weeks from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality in Arizona (AZLEIH), retrieved from FRED.