Unemployed Persons in Louisiana
Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LAUST220000000000004 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
106,202.00
Year-over-Year Change
3.70%
Date Range
1/1/1976 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted' economic trend measures the monthly unemployment rate in the United States. This important labor market indicator provides insight into employment conditions and helps policymakers and analysts understand the overall health of the economy.
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 trend represents the monthly unemployment rate for the U.S. without seasonal adjustments. The raw, unadjusted data is useful for understanding the underlying employment dynamics and making comparisons across different time periods.
Methodology
The data is collected through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Population Survey.
Historical Context
The unemployment rate is a key economic indicator used by the Federal Reserve, government policymakers, and market analysts.
Key Facts
- The U.S. unemployment rate averaged 5.9% in 2022.
- The unemployment rate reached a high of 14.7% in April 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The lowest unemployment rate on record was 2.5% in May 1953.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted' trend measures the raw, unadjusted unemployment rate in the United States on a monthly basis.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The unadjusted unemployment rate provides insight into the underlying employment dynamics and can be useful for making comparisons across time periods.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Population Survey.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The unemployment rate is a key economic indicator used by the Federal Reserve, government policymakers, and market analysts to assess the overall health of the labor market and the broader economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The unemployment rate data is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of approximately two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LAUST220000000000004), retrieved from FRED.