All Employees: Government: Local Government Excluding Educational Services in Connecticut
SMU09000009093200001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
59.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.51%
Date Range
1/1/2002 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the number of local government employees in Connecticut, excluding those in educational services. It provides insight into the size and changes in the state's public sector 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: Government: Local Government Excluding Educational Services in Connecticut series tracks the monthly employment levels of local government workers in Connecticut, excluding those employed in the education sector. This data is used by economists and policymakers to analyze trends in public sector labor markets and the overall health of the state's economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This metric is relevant for understanding state and local government spending, as well as the broader economic conditions in Connecticut.
Key Facts
- Connecticut's local government employs over 160,000 workers.
- Local government employment excluding education accounts for about 10% of total employment in the state.
- Employment in this sector has remained relatively stable over the past decade.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of local government employees in Connecticut, excluding those working in the education sector.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insight into the size and changes in Connecticut's public sector workforce, which is relevant for understanding state and local government budgets and the broader economic conditions in the state.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers use this metric to analyze trends in public sector labor markets and the overall health of Connecticut's economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly, with a typical release lag of around one month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Government: Local Government Excluding Educational Services in Connecticut (SMU09000009093200001), retrieved from FRED.