All Employees: Construction: Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction in California
This dataset tracks all employees: construction: other heavy and civil engineering construction in california over time.
Latest Value
10.64
Year-over-Year Change
-3.64%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the number of employees in the construction industry's other heavy and civil engineering subsector in California. It provides insight into the state's infrastructure development and economic activity.
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: Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction in California' series tracks the number of workers in construction activities such as land subdivision, bridge and tunnel construction, and other heavy and civil engineering projects across the state. This data is used by economists and policymakers to assess the health of California's construction industry and broader economic conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This employment trend is a key indicator for monitoring the state of California's infrastructure investment and construction sector performance.
Key Facts
- California accounts for over 10% of U.S. construction employment.
- Other heavy and civil engineering construction makes up about 15% of California's construction industry.
- This subsector saw a significant decline in employment during the 2008-2009 recession.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of employees in the other heavy and civil engineering construction subsector in California, which includes activities like land subdivision, bridge/tunnel construction, and other infrastructure projects.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This employment data provides insight into the health and activity levels of California's construction industry, which is a key driver of the state's economic growth and infrastructure development.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this construction employment data to assess infrastructure investment, monitor economic conditions, and inform decisions around construction and development projects in California.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical 1-2 month delay from the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Construction: Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction in California (SMU06000002023790001SA), retrieved from FRED.