Unemployment Rate - College Graduates - Bachelor's Degree, 25 to 34 years, Women
CGBD2534W • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.80
Year-over-Year Change
-13.64%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks unemployment rates for women with bachelor's degrees aged 25-34. Offers critical insights into gender-specific educational employment trends.
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 jobless rates for female college graduates. Highlights workforce participation and economic opportunities for educated women.
Methodology
Bureau of Labor Statistics conducts monthly household surveys to collect employment data.
Historical Context
Helps policymakers understand gender dynamics in higher education and labor markets.
Key Facts
- Reflects educational attainment's impact on women's employment
- Indicates gender-specific workforce integration challenges
- Helps track progress in women's professional opportunities
FAQs
Q: What does the CGBD2534W series track?
A: Unemployment rates for women with bachelor's degrees between 25-34 years old. Provides gender-specific employment insights.
Q: Why monitor women's graduate unemployment?
A: Helps understand gender disparities and progress in professional workforce participation.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Monthly data collection provides current employment trend snapshots.
Q: Do unemployment rates differ by academic field?
A: Some disciplines show more varied employment opportunities for women graduates.
Q: What factors influence these unemployment rates?
A: Economic conditions, industry demand, and sector-specific hiring trends impact employment.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Rate - College Graduates - Bachelor's Degree, Women (CGBD2534W), retrieved from FRED.