Employment Level - Women
LNS12000002 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
76,760.00
Year-over-Year Change
1.17%
Date Range
1/1/1948 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Measures the total number of employed women in the United States labor market. Provides a critical indicator of women's economic participation and workforce 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
This employment level tracks the number of women currently employed across various sectors and industries. It reflects broader economic trends and gender workforce representation.
Methodology
Calculated through monthly household surveys by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by economists and policymakers to assess women's economic engagement and labor market trends.
Key Facts
- Reflects women's economic participation
- Indicates labor market health
- Important for understanding workforce demographics
FAQs
Q: What does the women's employment level indicate?
A: It shows the total number of women currently employed in the United States labor market.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: Through monthly household surveys conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: Why is women's employment data important?
A: It provides insights into economic participation, gender workforce dynamics, and labor market trends.
Q: What factors influence women's employment levels?
A: Economic conditions, industry trends, education, and workplace policies impact employment.
Q: How can this data be used?
A: Economists and policymakers use it to assess economic opportunities and workforce development strategies.
Related Trends
Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Computer programmers occupations: 16 years and over: Men
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Firefighters occupations: 16 years and over: Women
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Miscellaneous life, physical, and social science technicians occupations: 16 years and over
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Shipping, receiving, and traffic clerks occupations: 16 years and over: Women
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Bachelor's degree only: 25 years and over: Men
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: 16 to 24 years: Black or African American: Men
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Employment Level - Women (LNS12000002), retrieved from FRED.