Unemployment Rate - College Graduates - Master's Degree, 18 to 19 years, Women
CGMD1819W • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.10
Year-over-Year Change
-98.90%
Date Range
10/1/2007 - 1/1/2022
Summary
The Unemployment Rate - College Graduates - Master's Degree, 18 to 19 years, Women measures joblessness among young female college graduates with master's degrees. This indicator provides insight into the employment prospects of highly educated women entering the workforce.
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 series tracks the percentage of women aged 18 to 19 with a master's degree who are unemployed and actively seeking work. It offers a granular view of labor market conditions for an educated, early-career demographic that is important for understanding economic mobility and workforce participation.
Methodology
The data is collected through household surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists closely monitor this trend to assess the job market for recent female graduates and inform workforce development initiatives.
Key Facts
- Women aged 18-19 with master's degrees have lower unemployment than the overall labor force.
- Unemployment for this group has fallen since the Great Recession.
- Highly educated young women face better job prospects than their less-educated peers.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series tracks the unemployment rate for women aged 18 to 19 who have completed a master's degree program.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insight into the labor market outcomes for a highly educated, early-career demographic that is important for understanding economic mobility and workforce participation.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through household surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists closely monitor this trend to assess the job market for recent female graduates and inform workforce development initiatives.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with minimal delays, though sample sizes for this specific demographic may result in some statistical variability.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Rate - College Graduates - Master's Degree, 18 to 19 years, Women (CGMD1819W), retrieved from FRED.