Not in Labor Force 16-19 Yrs.
LNS15000012 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
11,602.00
Year-over-Year Change
3.29%
Date Range
1/1/1976 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks labor force participation for teenagers aged 16-19 years. Provides critical insights into youth employment trends and economic opportunities.
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
Measures employment status of young workers entering the job market. Indicates economic conditions affecting teenage workforce engagement.
Methodology
Monthly data collected through Current Population Survey by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by educators, policymakers, and economists to understand youth labor market dynamics.
Key Facts
- Reflects economic opportunities for young workers
- Indicates educational and employment trends
- Helps predict future workforce composition
FAQs
Q: Why track teenage labor force participation?
A: Provides insights into economic opportunities, education impacts, and future workforce trends.
Q: What factors influence teen employment?
A: Economic conditions, education priorities, minimum wage laws, and local job markets affect teen workforce participation.
Q: How reliable is this data?
A: Monthly survey provides statistically significant representation of teenage workforce trends.
Q: Do school and work correlate?
A: School schedules, academic priorities, and local economic conditions significantly impact teen employment.
Q: How frequently is the data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current snapshot of teenage labor force participation.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not in Labor Force 16-19 Yrs. (LNS15000012), retrieved from FRED.