Driving Job Postings on Indeed in the United States
This dataset tracks driving job postings on indeed in the united states over time.
Latest Value
140.47
Year-over-Year Change
3.20%
Date Range
2/1/2020 - 8/1/2025
Summary
The Driving Job Postings on Indeed in the United States index tracks the volume of job postings for driving-related occupations on the popular job search platform. This metric provides insight into the labor market for transportation and logistics roles.
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 Driving Job Postings on Indeed index is a real-time indicator of demand for workers in driving and transportation-focused jobs. It is constructed using data from job postings on the Indeed.com platform, which is one of the largest online job search engines. The index can be used to assess employment trends and business activity in the transportation sector.
Methodology
The data is collected directly from job postings on the Indeed.com platform.
Historical Context
This index is relevant for monitoring the state of the transportation and logistics job market, which is closely tied to broader economic conditions.
Key Facts
- The index is updated daily by Indeed.com.
- Transportation and logistics account for over 5 million jobs in the U.S.
- Driving-related occupations include truck drivers, delivery drivers, and taxi/rideshare drivers.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Driving Job Postings on Indeed index measures the volume of job postings for driving and transportation-related occupations on the Indeed.com platform.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index provides real-time insight into the labor market and demand for workers in the transportation and logistics sectors, which are crucial to the broader economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected directly from job postings on the Indeed.com platform.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists monitor this index to assess the health of the transportation job market and its implications for the overall economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is updated daily, providing timely data on driving-related job postings.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Driving Job Postings on Indeed in the United States (IHLIDXUSTPDRIV), retrieved from FRED.