Job Postings on Indeed in St. Louis, MO-IL (MSA)
IHLIDX41180 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
105.65
Year-over-Year Change
0.19%
Date Range
5/22/2022 - 2/14/2025
Summary
The 'Job Postings on Indeed in St. Louis, MO-IL (MSA)' trend measures the volume of job postings on the Indeed.com platform for the St. Louis metropolitan area. This data provides insight into the strength of the local labor market and hiring demand.
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 index tracks the number of job postings on the popular job search site Indeed for the St. Louis, Missouri-Illinois metropolitan statistical area (MSA). It serves as a real-time indicator of hiring activity and labor market conditions in the region.
Methodology
The data is collected directly from the Indeed.com platform.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the health of the local job market and make informed decisions.
Key Facts
- The St. Louis MSA includes the city of St. Louis and surrounding counties in Missouri and Illinois.
- The index is normalized to 100 for the baseline period, which is the average of January 2020 and February 2020.
- Job postings on Indeed can indicate hiring demand and labor market tightness in the local economy.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the volume of job postings on the Indeed.com platform for the St. Louis, Missouri-Illinois metropolitan statistical area (MSA).
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insight into the strength of the local labor market and hiring demand, which is relevant for economists, policymakers, and job seekers.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected directly from the Indeed.com platform.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the health of the local job market and make informed decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is updated regularly, but there may be some delay in reporting compared to real-time changes in the job market.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Job Postings on Indeed in St. Louis, MO-IL (MSA) (IHLIDX41180), retrieved from FRED.