Employment for Other Services (Except Public Administration): Funeral Homes and Funeral Services (NAICS 812210) in the United States

IPUUN812210W200000000 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

108.50

Year-over-Year Change

3.83%

Date Range

1/1/1987 - 1/1/2024

Summary

This economic indicator measures employment levels in the funeral homes and funeral services industry in the United States. It provides insights into the labor dynamics of this specialized service 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

The 'Employment for Other Services (Except Public Administration): Funeral Homes and Funeral Services (NAICS 812210)' series tracks the number of people employed in funeral homes and related funeral service providers across the country. This metric offers a window into the operational capacity and staffing levels of this essential industry.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of businesses by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

This employment trend is used by economists and industry analysts to monitor the operational health and labor market conditions within the funeral services sector.

Key Facts

  • Funeral homes and services employ over 130,000 people in the U.S.
  • Employment in this sector has remained relatively stable over the past decade.
  • The funeral services industry is a major component of the broader 'other services' economic sector.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator tracks the number of people employed in the funeral homes and funeral services industry in the United States.

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

A: This employment metric provides insights into the operational capacity and labor market dynamics of the funeral services sector, which is an important part of the broader consumer services industry.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Economists and industry analysts use this employment trend to monitor the operational health and labor market conditions within the funeral services sector.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is updated monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical 1-2 month delay in publication.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Employment for Other Services (Except Public Administration): Funeral Homes and Funeral Services (NAICS 812210) in the United States (IPUUN812210W200000000), retrieved from FRED.