Unemployment Rate - 70-74 Yrs., Women
LNU04024940 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.00
Year-over-Year Change
-55.22%
Date Range
1/1/1981 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks unemployment levels for women aged 70-74, providing critical insights into senior female labor market participation and economic challenges.
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 jobless rates for older women, reflecting labor force engagement, retirement trends, and economic opportunities for senior female workers.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to understand senior workforce dynamics and economic inclusion.
Key Facts
- Reflects economic participation of senior women
- Indicates workforce resilience in older demographics
- Helps track retirement and employment trends
FAQs
Q: Why track unemployment for women 70-74?
A: Reveals economic opportunities and challenges for senior women in the labor market.
Q: How does this unemployment rate impact economic policy?
A: Informs retirement, social security, and workforce development strategies.
Q: What factors influence this unemployment rate?
A: Health, skills, economic conditions, and workplace age discrimination.
Q: How reliable is this unemployment data?
A: Based on monthly Current Population Survey with rigorous statistical methodologies.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current snapshot of senior women's employment status.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Rate - 70-74 Yrs., Women (LNU04024940), retrieved from FRED.