Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Professional and related occupations: 16 years and over
LEU0254476800Q • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
32,866.00
Year-over-Year Change
6.46%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Measures full-time employment in professional and related occupations across the United States. Provides critical insights into knowledge economy workforce trends.
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 series tracks employment of full-time workers in professional and related occupational categories. It reflects the breadth of knowledge-based employment.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used to analyze professional workforce trends and labor market composition.
Key Facts
- Comprehensive view of professional workforce
- Reflects knowledge economy employment levels
- Includes diverse professional occupation categories
FAQs
Q: What occupations does this series cover?
A: Includes full-time workers in professional and related occupations across various sectors.
Q: Why track professional employment?
A: Provides insights into knowledge economy workforce trends and economic structural changes.
Q: How frequently is the data updated?
A: Monthly updates through the Current Population Survey.
Q: What can researchers learn from this data?
A: Understand shifts in professional employment and labor market composition.
Q: Are there any data limitations?
A: Focuses on full-time workers and may not capture part-time or contract professional work.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Professional Occupations Employment (LEU0254476800Q), retrieved from FRED.