Job Postings on Indeed in New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA (MSA)

IHLIDX35620 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

93.53

Year-over-Year Change

-0.31%

Date Range

5/22/2022 - 2/14/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the volume of job postings on the Indeed job search platform in the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA metropolitan statistical area (MSA). It provides insights into the health and dynamism of the regional labor market.

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

The Indeed Job Postings Index tracks the number of new job postings on the Indeed platform in a given geographic area. It serves as a real-time indicator of employer demand and hiring activity, which economists and policymakers use to assess the strength of the local economy.

Methodology

The data is collected directly from the Indeed job search platform.

Historical Context

This index is used by analysts to monitor the regional labor market and inform economic policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The index is benchmarked to 100 in February 2020.
  • Job postings in the New York MSA declined sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The index has since recovered but remains below pre-pandemic levels.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the volume of job postings on the Indeed job search platform in the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA metropolitan statistical area (MSA).

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This index provides real-time insight into the strength of the regional labor market, which is a key indicator of economic health and can inform policy decisions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected directly from the Indeed job search platform.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Economists and policymakers use this index to monitor the regional labor market and inform decisions related to economic and workforce development.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The index is updated regularly, but there may be some delays in reporting due to the nature of the data source.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Job Postings on Indeed in New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA (MSA) (IHLIDX35620), retrieved from FRED.