Average Hourly Earnings of All Employees, Transportation and Warehousing
CES4300000003 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
31.52
Year-over-Year Change
2.91%
Date Range
3/1/2006 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks hourly wage levels for transportation and warehousing workers. Provides critical insight into labor compensation trends in a key economic 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
This economic indicator measures average hourly earnings across transportation and warehousing industries. It reflects workforce compensation and sector economic health.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly establishment surveys by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and economists to assess labor market dynamics and wage trends.
Key Facts
- Reflects comprehensive transportation sector compensation
- Monthly updated economic indicator
- Critical for understanding labor market conditions
FAQs
Q: How are transportation worker wages calculated?
A: Calculated through comprehensive Bureau of Labor Statistics monthly establishment surveys tracking total hourly compensation.
Q: Why are transportation wages important?
A: Indicates economic health, labor market conditions, and potential industry investment trends.
Q: What industries are included in this data?
A: Covers transportation and warehousing sectors, including multiple transportation subsectors.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current snapshot of wage trends in transportation industries.
Q: Can this data predict economic changes?
A: Serves as leading indicator of economic conditions and potential workforce shifts.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Average Hourly Earnings of All Employees, Transportation and Warehousing (CES4300000003), retrieved from FRED.