All Employees, Total Nonfarm
PAYEMS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
159,539.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.97%
Date Range
4/1/1942 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Measures total employment across all non-farm sectors in the United States. Serves as a critical indicator of overall economic health and labor market performance.
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 comprehensive employment metric tracks the total number of paid workers in the United States, excluding farm employees, private household workers, and nonprofit organization workers.
Methodology
Monthly survey of approximately 144,000 businesses and government agencies.
Historical Context
Primary indicator used by economists, investors, and policymakers to assess economic conditions.
Key Facts
- Covers approximately 80% of U.S. workforce
- Updated monthly with significant economic significance
- Excludes agricultural and certain service sectors
FAQs
Q: What does PAYEMS measure?
A: Total number of paid employees across non-farm sectors in the United States, excluding specific employment categories.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: Monthly survey of approximately 144,000 businesses and government agencies nationwide.
Q: Why is PAYEMS important?
A: Provides a comprehensive view of employment trends and overall economic performance.
Q: What sectors are included in PAYEMS?
A: Includes most private and government sectors, excluding farming, private households, and some nonprofit organizations.
Q: How frequently is the data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current snapshot of national employment levels.
Related Trends
Diffusion Indexes, 6-Month Span: Total Nonfarm in All Metropolitan Statistical Areas
SMS99999990000000023
Women Employees-To-All Employees Ratio: Total Nonfarm
CES0000000039
Diffusion Indexes, 12-Month Span: Total Nonfarm
SMS00000000000000024
Women Employees, Total Nonfarm
CES0000000010
Diffusion Indexes, 3-Month Span: Total Nonfarm
SMS00000000000000022
Diffusion Indexes, 1-Month Span: Total Nonfarm in All Metropolitan Statistical Areas
SMS99999990000000021
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees, Total Nonfarm (PAYEMS), retrieved from FRED.