Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Physical therapist assistants and aides occupations: 16 years and over: Women

LEU0254704000A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

42.00

Year-over-Year Change

61.54%

Date Range

1/1/2000 - 1/1/2024

Summary

This economic trend tracks the number of employed, full-time women working as physical therapist assistants and aides in the United States. It provides valuable insights into the labor market dynamics within this healthcare occupation.

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 Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Physical therapist assistants and aides occupations: 16 years and over: Women series measures the employment levels of women in this specific healthcare role. This data is used by economists and policymakers to understand trends in the healthcare labor force and support workforce planning initiatives.

Methodology

The data is collected through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Population Survey.

Historical Context

This trend is relevant for assessing the labor supply and demand conditions in the physical therapy industry and informing related economic and healthcare policies.

Key Facts

  • Women make up the majority of physical therapist assistant and aide occupations.
  • Employment in this field has grown steadily over the past decade.
  • Demand for physical therapy services is expected to increase due to the aging population.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the number of employed, full-time women working as physical therapist assistants and aides in the United States.

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

A: This trend provides insights into the labor market dynamics within the physical therapy healthcare occupation, which is important for workforce planning and policy decisions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Population Survey.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is relevant for assessing the labor supply and demand conditions in the physical therapy industry and informing related economic and healthcare policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the regular publication schedule and potential revisions of the Current Population Survey.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Physical therapist assistants and aides occupations: 16 years and over: Women (LEU0254704000A), retrieved from FRED.