Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Bachelor's degree only: 25 years and over
LEU0252918800A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
31,088.00
Year-over-Year Change
36.86%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2024
Summary
Tracks full-time employment for bachelor's degree holders aged 25 and over. Provides insights into educational attainment and labor market outcomes.
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
Measures full-time wage and salary workers with bachelor's degrees. Indicates labor market value of higher education.
Methodology
Bureau of Labor Statistics collects data through monthly Current Population Survey.
Historical Context
Used by economists to analyze education's impact on employment and earnings.
Key Facts
- Reflects full-time employment for degree holders
- Indicates educational workforce participation
- Valuable for understanding labor market trends
FAQs
Q: What does this data series measure?
A: Full-time employment for workers with bachelor's degrees aged 25 and over.
Q: Why is this important?
A: Shows economic returns and employment outcomes of higher education.
Q: How frequently is the data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current employment trends for degree holders.
Q: What can this data tell us?
A: Reveals employment rates and labor market value of bachelor's degrees.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: Monthly household survey by Bureau of Labor Statistics tracks employment characteristics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Employed Full Time: Bachelor's Degree (LEU0252918800A), retrieved from FRED.