Women Employees, Total Nonfarm

CES0000000010 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

79,644.00

Year-over-Year Change

1.02%

Date Range

1/1/1964 - 7/1/2025

Summary

Tracks total number of women employed in nonfarm sectors across the United States. Provides critical insight into female labor market participation.

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

Measures women's employment in all non-agricultural industries. Represents a key economic indicator of gender workforce integration and labor market dynamics.

Methodology

Collected through monthly establishment surveys by Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

Used for workforce analysis, economic policy, and understanding gender employment trends.

Key Facts

  • Comprehensive women's employment metric
  • Excludes agricultural sector jobs
  • Updated monthly with precise data

FAQs

Q: What industries are included in nonfarm employment?

A: Covers manufacturing, services, government, healthcare, technology, and other non-agricultural sectors.

Q: How has women's nonfarm employment changed over time?

A: Steadily increased since mid-20th century, reflecting growing workforce participation and economic opportunities.

Q: Why exclude agricultural jobs?

A: Agricultural employment has distinct characteristics. Nonfarm data provides more standardized economic measurement.

Q: How is this data collected?

A: Monthly surveys of businesses and establishments by Bureau of Labor Statistics tracking employee demographics.

Q: What can this data tell us?

A: Reveals women's economic integration, workforce trends, and sectoral employment patterns.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Women Employees, Total Nonfarm (CES0000000010), retrieved from FRED.