Unemployment Rate: College Graduates: Advanced Degree: Master's Degree and Higher, 20 to 24 years, Men
CGAD2024M • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
8.70
Year-over-Year Change
383.33%
Date Range
12/1/2014 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks unemployment rates for male college graduates with advanced degrees aged 20-24. Provides insights into early-career employment for highly educated young men.
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 joblessness among young male professionals with master's degrees or higher. Indicates labor market conditions for emerging highly educated workforce.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and educators to assess higher education's employment outcomes.
Key Facts
- Focuses on 20-24 year old male graduates
- Tracks advanced degree employment trends
- Indicates early-career job market conditions
FAQs
Q: What does this unemployment rate measure?
A: Joblessness among male college graduates with master's degrees or higher, aged 20-24.
Q: Why track this specific demographic?
A: Provides targeted insights into employment challenges for young, highly educated professionals.
Q: How is this different from general unemployment rates?
A: Narrowly focused on advanced degree holders, offering more precise labor market analysis.
Q: What factors influence this unemployment rate?
A: Economic conditions, industry demand, and specialized job market for advanced degree holders.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates through the Current Population Survey.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Rate: College Graduates: Advanced Degree (CGAD2024M), retrieved from FRED.