Unemployment Rate - 25 Yrs. & over, Women

Not Seasonally Adjusted

LNU04000050 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

3.80

Year-over-Year Change

-2.56%

Date Range

1/1/1948 - 7/1/2025

Summary

Represents raw, unadjusted economic data without seasonal smoothing, providing a direct view of economic indicators.

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

Not Seasonally Adjusted data shows raw economic measurements without accounting for predictable annual variations.

Methodology

Collected through standard economic surveys without statistical smoothing techniques.

Historical Context

Used for detailed economic analysis and understanding raw economic fluctuations.

Key Facts

  • Provides unfiltered economic measurement
  • Reveals immediate economic variations
  • Critical for detailed economic research

FAQs

Q: What does 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' mean?

A: Raw data without statistical smoothing to remove predictable annual variations.

Q: Why use non-seasonally adjusted data?

A: Offers direct insight into actual economic fluctuations without statistical manipulation.

Q: How is this different from seasonally adjusted data?

A: Shows immediate economic conditions without accounting for recurring seasonal patterns.

Q: When should researchers use this data?

A: Useful for detailed analysis requiring unmodified economic measurements.

Q: What are limitations of this approach?

A: May include temporary fluctuations that don't represent long-term economic trends.

Related Trends

Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LNU04000050), retrieved from FRED.