Hours Worked for Other Services (Except Public Administration): Drycleaning and Laundry Services (Except Coin-Operated) (NAICS 81232) in the United States

IPUUN81232L200000000 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

160.47

Year-over-Year Change

-38.42%

Date Range

1/1/1987 - 1/1/2024

Summary

This economic trend measures hours worked in the drycleaning and laundry services industry, excluding coin-operated facilities, in the United States. It provides insight into labor utilization and productivity within this 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 Hours Worked for Other Services (Except Public Administration): Drycleaning and Laundry Services (Except Coin-Operated) (NAICS 81232) trend tracks the total number of hours worked by employees in this industry segment. It is a key indicator of labor input and can signal changes in demand, operational efficiency, and overall economic conditions for this service category.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of businesses in the drycleaning and laundry services industry.

Historical Context

This metric is used by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to monitor labor market dynamics and productivity trends in the personal services sector.

Key Facts

  • The drycleaning and laundry services industry employs over 350,000 workers in the U.S.
  • Hours worked in this sector declined by 25% during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Technological advancements have driven productivity gains in the industry over the past decade.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total number of hours worked by employees in the drycleaning and laundry services industry, excluding coin-operated facilities, in the United States.

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

A: This metric provides insight into labor utilization and productivity within the personal services sector, which is an important indicator of economic conditions and industry performance.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses in the drycleaning and laundry services industry.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Economists and policymakers use this metric to monitor labor market dynamics and productivity trends in the personal services sector, which can inform economic policies and industry regulations.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be delays of several months in the release of this data, and the survey-based methodology may not capture all economic activity in the industry.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Hours Worked for Other Services (Except Public Administration): Drycleaning and Laundry Services (Except Coin-Operated) (NAICS 81232) in the United States (IPUUN81232L200000000), retrieved from FRED.