Multiple Jobholders, Primary Job Full Time, Secondary Job Part Time
LNU02026625 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4,757.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.75%
Date Range
1/1/1994 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Multiple Jobholders data tracks workers maintaining primary full-time jobs with secondary part-time employment. This metric reveals complex labor market adaptations and economic resilience.
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 indicator captures the number of individuals working multiple jobs with different employment statuses. It reflects economic flexibility and worker strategies.
Methodology
Collected through monthly Bureau of Labor Statistics household surveys.
Historical Context
Provides insights into economic pressures and workforce adaptation strategies.
Key Facts
- Indicates economic adaptation and income supplementation
- Reflects complex employment landscape
- Signals potential economic stress or opportunity
FAQs
Q: Why do workers take multiple jobs?
A: Income supplementation, career development, and economic necessity drive multiple job holding.
Q: How common is working multiple jobs?
A: Varies by economic conditions, with rates fluctuating during different economic cycles.
Q: Does this include gig economy work?
A: Survey methodology captures traditional and emerging employment arrangements.
Q: What industries see most multiple jobholders?
A: Service, retail, and creative sectors often have higher multiple job participation rates.
Q: How frequently is this data collected?
A: Monthly surveys provide current snapshot of multiple job holding trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Multiple Jobholders, Primary Job Full Time, Secondary Job Part Time (LNU02026625), retrieved from FRED.