Sales Job Postings on Indeed in the United States

This dataset tracks sales job postings on indeed in the united states over time.

Latest Value

93.98

Year-over-Year Change

0.93%

Date Range

2/1/2020 - 8/1/2025

Summary

The 'Sales Job Postings on Indeed in the United States' series tracks the volume of job postings for sales roles on the Indeed job search platform. This metric provides insight into labor demand and hiring trends in the sales sector.

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 index measures the number of job postings for sales positions on the Indeed job search website, which is a leading platform for job seekers and employers. The data is used by economists and policymakers to analyze the state of the labor market and hiring conditions in the sales industry.

Methodology

The data is collected directly from the Indeed job posting platform.

Historical Context

This metric is relevant for understanding hiring dynamics and assessing the health of the sales labor market.

Key Facts

  • The series began in January 2016.
  • Sales job postings saw a sharp decline during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The index has recovered to pre-pandemic levels as of 2022.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This series tracks the volume of job postings for sales roles on the Indeed job search platform, providing insight into labor demand and hiring trends in the sales sector.

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

A: This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze the state of the labor market and hiring conditions in the sales industry, which is an important component of the overall economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

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

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This metric is relevant for understanding hiring dynamics and assessing the health of the sales labor market, which can inform economic policymaking and forecasting.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is updated regularly, but there may be some delays in publishing the latest figures.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Sales Job Postings on Indeed in the United States (IHLIDXUSTPSALE), retrieved from FRED.