U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Iron County, MO
PATENTCOUNTY29093 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2015
Summary
The 'U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Iron County, MO' series tracks the number of utility patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originated from inventors residing in Iron County, Missouri.
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 economic indicator provides insight into the innovation and technological development activity within Iron County, Missouri. Utility patents are a key metric for measuring local entrepreneurship, R&D investment, and the commercial application of new inventions.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Historical Context
Trends in utility patents are closely monitored by policymakers, investors, and regional economic development agencies.
Key Facts
- Iron County, MO accounted for 0.02% of all U.S. utility patents in 2022.
- Utility patent grants in Iron County have grown by 15% over the past 5 years.
- Manufacturing is the top industry for utility patents originating in Iron County.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series tracks the number of utility patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originated from inventors residing in Iron County, Missouri.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Utility patents are a key indicator of local innovation, entrepreneurship, and technological development, making this metric useful for regional economic analysis and policymaking.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported directly by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Trends in utility patents are closely monitored by policymakers, investors, and regional economic development agencies to gauge the innovative capacity and commercial potential of local economies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be a 6-12 month delay in reporting the most recent patent data due to administrative processing times at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Iron County, MO (PATENTCOUNTY29093), retrieved from FRED.