Labor Force Participation Rate for Wisconsin
Not Seasonally Adjusted
LBSNSA55 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
65.50
Year-over-Year Change
-2.09%
Date Range
1/1/1976 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' trend measures the unemployment rate in the United States without adjusting for typical seasonal patterns. This data is crucial for economists and policymakers to understand the underlying labor market dynamics.
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 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' unemployment rate represents the raw unemployment figures without removing the effects of seasonal hiring and layoff patterns. This allows for a more transparent view of the labor market's actual performance, complementing the seasonally adjusted data used for most economic analysis.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey, a monthly survey of households conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is widely used to assess the state of the labor market and inform economic policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate does not remove typical seasonal patterns.
- This data provides a more transparent view of the labor market's underlying performance.
- The not seasonally adjusted rate is used alongside the seasonally adjusted data for comprehensive analysis.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' trend measures the raw unemployment rate in the United States, without removing the effects of typical seasonal hiring and layoff patterns.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data is crucial for understanding the underlying dynamics of the labor market, complementing the seasonally adjusted figures used in most economic analysis.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey, a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is widely used by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to assess the state of the labor market and inform economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate data is published concurrently with the seasonally adjusted figures, with no additional update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LBSNSA55), retrieved from FRED.