Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Unemployment Rate Total: From 55 to 64 Years for Japan
Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LRUN55TTJPM156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.50
Year-over-Year Change
-3.85%
Date Range
1/1/1968 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the U.S. unemployment rate on a monthly basis without seasonal adjustments. It provides valuable insights into labor market dynamics for economists and policymakers.
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 U.S. unemployment rate is a key economic indicator that tracks the percentage of the civilian labor force that is jobless. The non-seasonally adjusted version of this metric offers a raw, unfiltered view of underlying employment trends.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This unadjusted unemployment rate is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform economic policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The U.S. unemployment rate reached a high of 14.7% in April 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The lowest recorded unemployment rate was 2.5% in May 1953.
- Women have consistently experienced higher unemployment rates than men in the U.S.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the percentage of the U.S. civilian labor force that is currently unemployed on a monthly basis, without any seasonal adjustments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate provides a raw, unfiltered view of underlying labor market conditions, which is valuable for economists, policymakers, and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The unadjusted unemployment rate is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform economic policy decisions, such as interest rate adjustments and employment-focused interventions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The unemployment data is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical one-month lag between the reference period and the publication date.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LRUN55TTJPM156N), retrieved from FRED.