Unemployment Level - College Graduates - Professional Degree, 65 years and over, Women
CGPDUW65O • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
3/1/2000 - 5/1/2025
Summary
Tracks unemployment among women with college professional degrees aged 65 and older. Provides unique insights into senior professional 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
This metric measures jobless older female professionals with advanced degrees. It reflects labor market engagement for senior educated women.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by researchers and policymakers to understand senior workforce dynamics.
Key Facts
- Captures unemployment among senior professional women
- Reflects changing workforce participation patterns
- Important for understanding senior labor market trends
FAQs
Q: What does this unemployment metric represent?
A: Measures jobless women with professional degrees aged 65 and older. Indicates labor market participation for senior professionals.
Q: Why track unemployment for this demographic?
A: Provides insights into senior workforce engagement and economic opportunities for older professional women.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly data collection through the Current Population Survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: What factors affect this unemployment rate?
A: Retirement trends, health, economic conditions, and workplace age discrimination impact senior professional employment.
Q: How significant is this data for economic research?
A: Critical for understanding changing workforce demographics and senior professional labor market participation.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Level - College Graduates - Professional Degree, 65 years and over, Women (CGPDUW65O), retrieved from FRED.