Community and Social Service Job Postings on Indeed in the United States

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

Latest Value

112.42

Year-over-Year Change

-0.09%

Date Range

11/6/2022 - 8/1/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks job postings for community and social service roles on the Indeed job search platform in the United States. It provides timely insights into labor market demand for these essential occupations.

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 Community and Social Service Job Postings index measures the level of job postings in the U.S. for roles related to social work, counseling, and other community-oriented professions. This real-time data helps economists and policymakers understand shifts in hiring trends for these vital public services.

Methodology

The data is collected directly from job postings on the Indeed platform.

Historical Context

Trends in community and social service job postings can inform workforce and social policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • Reached a pandemic low in April 2020.
  • Recovered to pre-pandemic levels by June 2021.
  • Peaked in October 2022 at over 140% of the 2019 average.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator tracks the volume of job postings for community and social service roles in the United States, as aggregated from the Indeed job search platform.

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

A: This real-time data provides valuable insights into labor market demand for essential social and public service occupations, which can inform workforce and social policy decisions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

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

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Trends in community and social service job postings can help policymakers and economists understand workforce dynamics in these vital public service sectors.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is updated monthly with a short lag, and may be subject to revisions over time.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Community and Social Service Job Postings on Indeed in the United States (IHLIDXUSTPCOSOSE), retrieved from FRED.