Employment Level - 55 Yrs. & over, Men
LNS12024231 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
20,444.00
Year-over-Year Change
1.99%
Date Range
1/1/1948 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks employment participation of men aged 55 and older in the U.S. labor market. Provides critical insights into senior workforce engagement and demographic economic 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 metric measures the number of employed men 55 years and older in the United States. It reflects labor market dynamics for senior male workers.
Methodology
Data collected monthly through the Bureau of Labor Statistics Current Population Survey.
Historical Context
Used to analyze workforce aging, retirement patterns, and economic participation of seniors.
Key Facts
- Reflects changing retirement and work patterns
- Indicates economic resilience of older workers
- Helps predict workforce composition trends
FAQs
Q: Why is employment data for seniors important?
A: It reveals economic opportunities and challenges for older workers. Helps understand workforce sustainability and retirement trends.
Q: How has senior male employment changed in recent decades?
A: Increased due to longer life expectancy and changing retirement preferences. Economic necessity also drives continued employment.
Q: What factors influence employment for men 55 and older?
A: Health, economic conditions, skill relevance, and retirement benefits impact senior workforce participation.
Q: How does this data impact economic policy?
A: Informs social security, healthcare, and workforce development strategies for aging populations.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current snapshot of senior male employment trends.
Related Trends
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Paving, surfacing, and tamping equipment operators occupations: 16 years and over
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Human resources assistants, except payroll and timekeeping occupations: 16 years and over: Women
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Computer and information research scientists occupations: 16 years and over: Women
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Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Nonfarm animal caretakers occupations: 16 years and over: Men
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Employment Level - 55 Yrs. & over, Men (LNS12024231), retrieved from FRED.