Mathematics Job Postings on Indeed in the United States
IHLIDXUSTPMATH • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
63.12
Year-over-Year Change
1.97%
Date Range
10/23/2022 - 7/18/2025
Summary
The 'Mathematics Job Postings on Indeed in the United States' trend tracks the volume of job postings for mathematical roles on the Indeed.com job board. This metric provides insight into labor market demand for skilled mathematical professionals.
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 series measures the number of job postings on the Indeed.com website that are categorized as requiring mathematical skills or expertise. It is used by economists and labor analysts to gauge hiring activity and talent shortages in quantitative fields.
Methodology
The data is collected by Indeed.com through web scraping and natural language processing of job postings on their platform.
Historical Context
Trends in mathematical job postings are relevant for workforce and education policy as well as analysis of labor supply and demand in STEM fields.
Key Facts
- The series has been tracked since 2016.
- Mathematical job postings spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The U.S. has a well-documented shortage of STEM workers.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the volume of job postings for roles requiring mathematical skills or expertise on the Indeed.com job board.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Trends in mathematical job postings provide insight into labor market demand for quantitative professionals, which is important for workforce planning and education policy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by Indeed.com through web scraping and natural language processing of job postings on their platform.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Trends in mathematical job postings are relevant for workforce and education policy as well as analysis of labor supply and demand in STEM fields.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The series has been tracked since 2016, with new data published regularly by the Federal Reserve.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Mathematics Job Postings on Indeed in the United States (IHLIDXUSTPMATH), retrieved from FRED.