All Employees, Total Nonfarm
Not Seasonally Adjusted
PAYNSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
159,227.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.92%
Date Range
4/1/1942 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks unadjusted payroll employment data without seasonal modifications. Provides direct insights into employment changes.
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
Represents total employment numbers before statistical normalization. Helps economists understand raw employment dynamics.
Methodology
Collected through establishment surveys tracking total employed workers.
Historical Context
Essential for detailed labor market analysis and understanding employment trends.
Key Facts
- Direct measurement of employment levels
- Captures unmodified payroll information
- Provides granular employment insights
FAQs
Q: What does PAYNSA represent?
A: Payroll employment data without seasonal adjustments. Shows raw employment numbers across industries.
Q: Why use non-seasonally adjusted payroll data?
A: Reveals actual employment changes without statistical smoothing. Useful for precise economic analysis.
Q: How frequently is PAYNSA updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current, unadjusted employment information.
Q: Who uses PAYNSA data?
A: Economists, researchers, and policymakers use it for detailed labor market assessments.
Q: What are PAYNSA limitations?
A: May show more volatility due to lack of seasonal adjustment. Requires careful interpretation.
Related Trends
Diffusion Indexes, 3-Month Span: Total Nonfarm
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Diffusion Indexes, 1-Month Span: Total Nonfarm in All Metropolitan Statistical Areas
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Diffusion Indexes, 6-Month Span: Total Nonfarm
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Diffusion Indexes, 12-Month Span: Total Nonfarm in All Metropolitan Statistical Areas
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Diffusion Indexes, 12-Month Span: Total Nonfarm
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Diffusion Indexes, 1-Month Span: Total Nonfarm
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (PAYNSA), retrieved from FRED.