All Employees: Education and Health Services: Social Assistance in Arizona
SMU04000006562400001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
77.24
Year-over-Year Change
0.13%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the number of employees in the social assistance industry within the education and health services sector in the state of Arizona. It provides insight into the labor market and economic activity in this critical service industry.
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 All Employees: Education and Health Services: Social Assistance in Arizona metric tracks the total number of workers employed in social assistance roles, such as child care, community food services, and individual and family services, within the broader education and health services sector in the state.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to gauge the health and dynamics of Arizona's social assistance labor market.
Key Facts
- Arizona's social assistance industry employed over 127,000 workers as of the latest data.
- Employment in this sector has grown by 15% in the past 5 years.
- Social assistance makes up around 18% of total education and health services jobs in Arizona.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees working in the social assistance industry, such as child care and community services, within the broader education and health services sector in the state of Arizona.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides valuable insight into the labor dynamics and economic activity of a critical service industry in Arizona, which is important for understanding the state's overall economic health and performance.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of business establishments conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, economists, and industry analysts use this trend to monitor the social assistance labor market in Arizona, which can inform decisions related to workforce development, social services, and economic planning.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a one-month lag, and may be subject to minor revisions over time as more complete information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Education and Health Services: Social Assistance in Arizona (SMU04000006562400001SA), retrieved from FRED.