All Employees: Construction: Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction in California
This dataset tracks all employees: construction: highway, street, and bridge construction in california over time.
Latest Value
28.30
Year-over-Year Change
-4.66%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures employment in the highway, street, and bridge construction industry in California. It is a key indicator of infrastructure investment and economic activity in the state.
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: Construction: Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction in California series tracks the number of people employed in the construction of roads, highways, and related infrastructure projects within the state. This data provides insight into the health and activity of the construction industry, which is a vital component of California's economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of businesses and establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the impact of infrastructure spending and construction activity on the broader California economy.
Key Facts
- California is the largest state economy in the U.S.
- Construction is a key industry, accounting for over 800,000 jobs in the state.
- Highway and bridge construction projects are critical for the state's transportation network.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of people employed in the highway, street, and bridge construction industry within the state of California.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insight into the health and activity of the construction industry, which is a vital component of California's economy. It is an important indicator for policymakers and analysts evaluating infrastructure investment and economic conditions in the state.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses and establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the impact of infrastructure spending and construction activity on the broader California economy, informing decisions around funding and investment.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the regular update schedule and potential revisions of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Construction: Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction in California (SMU06000002023730001SA), retrieved from FRED.