Multiple Jobholders, Primary and Secondary Jobs Both Part Time
LNU02026628 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2,069.00
Year-over-Year Change
2.02%
Date Range
1/1/1994 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks workers holding multiple part-time jobs simultaneously. Provides insight into labor market flexibility and economic challenges facing workers.
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 individuals working multiple part-time jobs as a percentage of total employment. Indicates economic pressures and workforce adaptation strategies.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used to assess labor market stress and underemployment trends.
Key Facts
- Reflects economic challenges for workers
- Indicates potential income insufficiency
- Signals labor market structural changes
FAQs
Q: Why do people work multiple part-time jobs?
A: Often due to limited full-time opportunities or need for additional income. Economic necessity drives this trend.
Q: How does working multiple part-time jobs impact workers?
A: Can lead to increased stress and reduced work-life balance. Typically indicates economic precarity.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: Monthly survey of households by Bureau of Labor Statistics tracks employment characteristics.
Q: What does this trend reveal about the economy?
A: Suggests potential gaps in full-time employment and wage sufficiency across labor markets.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current snapshot of multiple jobholding trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Multiple Jobholders, Primary and Secondary Jobs Both Part Time (LNU02026628), retrieved from FRED.