All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities in Delaware
Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SMU10000004300000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
25.30
Year-over-Year Change
2.02%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the monthly, not seasonally adjusted employment level in the United States. It provides valuable insights into the underlying labor market dynamics without the effects of seasonal variations.
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 monthly, not seasonally adjusted employment level tracks the total number of employed individuals in the U.S. This raw, unadjusted data is useful for analyzing long-term employment trends and comparing year-over-year changes, as it does not smooth out seasonal fluctuations that occur regularly in the labor market.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey (CPS), a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau on behalf of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to understand the true state of the labor market and inform economic decision-making.
Key Facts
- The U.S. employment level reached a record high of 158.8 million in February 2020.
- The employment level fell sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, reaching a low of 133.4 million in April 2020.
- Employment has since gradually recovered, but has not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the monthly, not seasonally adjusted employment level in the United States, providing insights into the underlying labor market dynamics.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The raw, unadjusted employment data is useful for analyzing long-term trends and year-over-year changes, as it does not smooth out seasonal fluctuations in the labor market.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey (CPS), a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau on behalf of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to understand the true state of the labor market and inform economic decision-making.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly, with a typical release lag of a few weeks after the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU10000004300000001), retrieved from FRED.