Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Monthly Unemployment Rate Total: 25 Years or over for Japan
Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LRHUADTTJPM156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.43
Year-over-Year Change
-7.26%
Date Range
1/1/1968 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the monthly, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in the United States. Understanding unemployment trends is crucial for policymakers and economists to assess the health of the labor market.
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
The monthly, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate tracks the percentage of the total labor force that is jobless, based on surveys of households. This raw, unadjusted data provides important context for interpreting broader employment and economic conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey, a monthly survey of households conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this unemployment data to inform economic and labor market policies.
Key Facts
- The latest monthly, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is 3.7%.
- Unemployment rates tend to be higher in the not seasonally adjusted data compared to the seasonally adjusted figures.
- The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate provides a more volatile but unbiased view of labor market conditions.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the monthly unemployment rate in the United States, based on raw, not seasonally adjusted data from household surveys.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate provides important context for interpreting broader labor market and economic conditions without the smoothing effects of seasonal adjustments.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey, a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists rely on this raw unemployment data to inform labor market and broader economic policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The monthly, not seasonally adjusted unemployment data is published with a short lag, typically within a few weeks of the reference month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LRHUADTTJPM156N), retrieved from FRED.