Employed Persons in Mississippi

Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

LAUST280000000000005 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

1,230,662.00

Year-over-Year Change

-0.02%

Date Range

1/1/1976 - 6/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the monthly employment level for the Mining industry in the United States, without seasonal adjustments. Understanding employment patterns in this sector is crucial for policymakers and economists analyzing the broader labor market.

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 Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted employment series for the Mining industry provides a raw count of workers in this economic sector. This unadjusted data is useful for identifying underlying trends and deviations from typical seasonal patterns.

Methodology

The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) program, a monthly survey of businesses.

Historical Context

Monitoring employment in the Mining industry helps inform assessments of overall economic activity and policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • Mining employs over 600,000 workers in the United States.
  • Employment in the Mining sector has declined by 10% since 2015.
  • Mining accounts for approximately 0.4% of total US employment.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the monthly employment level in the Mining industry in the United States, without seasonal adjustments.

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

A: Monitoring raw, unadjusted employment data in the Mining sector helps economists and policymakers assess broader labor market conditions and economic activity.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) program, a monthly survey of businesses.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Trends in Mining employment are used by policymakers and analysts to gauge overall economic performance and inform policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published monthly with a typical 1-2 month lag.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LAUST280000000000005), retrieved from FRED.