All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Arkansas
SMU05000006562100001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
72.01
Year-over-Year Change
6.91%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the number of employees in the ambulatory health care services industry in Arkansas, which is a key indicator of the state's healthcare sector activity and workforce.
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: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Arkansas metric tracks monthly changes in the total number of workers employed in outpatient medical facilities like physician offices, home healthcare services, and medical laboratories across the state.
Methodology
The data is collected through employer surveys by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is widely used by policymakers, industry analysts, and economic researchers to monitor the health and growth of Arkansas's healthcare industry.
Key Facts
- Arkansas has over 60,000 workers in ambulatory health care services.
- Employment in this sector has grown by 20% over the past decade.
- Ambulatory health care is one of the largest and fastest-growing industries in Arkansas.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees working in the ambulatory health care services industry in Arkansas, including physician offices, home health providers, and medical laboratories.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is an important indicator of the health and growth of Arkansas's healthcare sector, which is a major driver of the state's economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through employer surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and industry analysts use this data to monitor trends in healthcare employment and assess the overall strength of Arkansas's medical services industry.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical 1-2 month lag, and may be subject to minor revisions over time.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Arkansas (SMU05000006562100001SA), retrieved from FRED.