Construction Job Postings on Indeed in the United States
IHLIDXUSTPCONS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
120.77
Year-over-Year Change
0.97%
Date Range
11/6/2022 - 8/1/2025
Summary
This trend measures the volume of job postings for construction roles in the United States, as tracked by the job search site Indeed. It provides insight into the labor market demand for construction workers.
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 Construction Job Postings on Indeed in the United States index tracks the number of job postings for construction-related roles on the Indeed job search platform. It offers a real-time indicator of labor market conditions and hiring activity in the construction industry.
Methodology
The data is collected by Indeed through its job posting aggregation and indexing processes.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and construction industry stakeholders to monitor employment conditions and hiring trends.
Key Facts
- The index is based on a 7-day moving average of job postings.
- Construction job postings reached a record high in 2022.
- The index provides a more timely signal of hiring activity compared to official government employment data.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the volume of job postings for construction roles in the United States, as tracked by the job search site Indeed.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend offers a real-time indicator of labor market conditions and hiring activity in the construction industry, which is useful for economists, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by Indeed through its job posting aggregation and indexing processes.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists and policymakers to monitor employment conditions and hiring trends in the construction industry, which can inform economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is based on a 7-day moving average of job postings, which may result in some delay compared to real-time hiring activity.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Construction Job Postings on Indeed in the United States (IHLIDXUSTPCONS), retrieved from FRED.