Unemployment Level - Transportation and Utilities Industry, Private Wage and Salary Workers
LNU03032236 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
329.00
Year-over-Year Change
-23.84%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Unemployment Level - Transportation and Utilities Industry, Private Wage and Salary Workers tracks the number of unemployed workers in the transportation and utilities sector. This metric is a key indicator of labor market conditions in these crucial industries.
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 series measures the unemployment level for private wage and salary workers in the transportation and utilities industries. It provides insights into the labor dynamics of these sectors, which are vital to the broader economy's infrastructure and supply chains.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey (CPS), a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau on behalf of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists monitor this trend to assess the health of the transportation and utilities job markets and their broader economic implications.
Key Facts
- The transportation and utilities sector employs over 7 million workers in the U.S.
- Unemployment in this sector can impact the broader economy's supply chains and infrastructure.
- This data is released monthly as part of the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Population Survey.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the unemployment level among private wage and salary workers in the transportation and utilities industries.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Tracking unemployment in the transportation and utilities sectors provides important insights into the health of these vital industries and their impact on the broader economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the monthly Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau on behalf of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists monitor this trend to assess the state of the transportation and utilities job markets and their broader economic implications.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: This data is released monthly as part of the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Population Survey, with typical update lags.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Level - Transportation and Utilities Industry, Private Wage and Salary Workers (LNU03032236), retrieved from FRED.