Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Legislators occupations: 16 years and over: Women
LEU0254685300A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
9.00
Year-over-Year Change
200.00%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2024
Summary
Tracks full-time employment of women in legislative occupations across the United States. Provides critical insight into gender representation in political and governmental leadership roles.
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 measures the number of women employed full-time in legislative positions. It reflects workforce diversity and gender participation in political occupations.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used to analyze gender workforce participation in government and policy-making roles.
Key Facts
- Reflects women's participation in legislative roles
- Part of comprehensive labor market analysis
- Indicates professional gender diversity trends
FAQs
Q: How are legislative occupations defined?
A: Includes elected and appointed officials in government legislative bodies at various levels.
Q: What does full-time employment mean in this context?
A: Typically defined as working 35 or more hours per week in a legislative position.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates through the Current Population Survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: Why is tracking women in legislative roles important?
A: Provides insights into gender representation and professional advancement in political careers.
Q: Are part-time legislative roles included?
A: This specific series focuses only on full-time employed women in legislative occupations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Legislators Occupations Employment (LEU0254685300A), retrieved from FRED.