Personal Care and Home Health Job Postings on Indeed in the United States
IHLIDXUSTPPECAHOHE • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
147.79
Year-over-Year Change
1.41%
Date Range
11/6/2022 - 8/1/2025
Summary
This trend measures the level of job postings for personal care and home health positions on the Indeed job site in the United States. It provides insight into labor market dynamics and demand for these essential 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 Personal Care and Home Health Job Postings on Indeed in the United States index tracks the volume of online job postings for roles such as home health aides, personal care assistants, and other occupations focused on providing in-home care and support services. This metric offers a real-time indicator of employment trends in this sector.
Methodology
The data is calculated based on the number of job postings on the Indeed job search platform.
Historical Context
This index is used by economists, policymakers, and workforce analysts to assess labor market conditions and identify changes in demand for healthcare and social assistance roles.
Key Facts
- The index is measured on a scale of 100, with the base year being 2019.
- Personal care and home health roles account for over 4 million jobs in the U.S.
- Demand for these workers has grown due to an aging population and shift toward in-home care.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index tracks the volume of online job postings for personal care and home health roles, such as home health aides and personal care assistants, on the Indeed job search platform.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides a real-time indicator of employment trends and labor demand in the personal care and home health sector, which is an important part of the healthcare and social assistance industry.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated based on the number of job postings on the Indeed job search platform.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists, policymakers, and workforce analysts use this index to assess labor market conditions and identify changes in demand for healthcare and social assistance roles.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is updated regularly, but there may be some delays in reporting due to the nature of collecting data from online job postings.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Personal Care and Home Health Job Postings on Indeed in the United States (IHLIDXUSTPPECAHOHE), retrieved from FRED.