All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality: Food Services and Drinking Places in Delaware
SMU10000007072200001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
43.20
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend tracks the number of all employees in the leisure and hospitality sector, specifically in food services and drinking places, for the state of Delaware. It provides insights into the strength and recovery of the state's service industry.
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: Leisure and Hospitality: Food Services and Drinking Places in Delaware metric measures the total number of people employed in the food services and drinking places subsector of the leisure and hospitality industry within the state. This data is used to assess the health and performance of Delaware's service-based economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and industry analysts to gauge the state's economic conditions and consumer spending patterns.
Key Facts
- Delaware's food services and drinking places employ over 50,000 people.
- The sector accounts for nearly 10% of the state's total employment.
- Employment in this industry has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels in Delaware.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of people employed in the food services and drinking places subsector of the leisure and hospitality industry within the state of Delaware.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into the strength and recovery of Delaware's service-based economy, which is heavily influenced by consumer spending and leisure activities.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and industry analysts to gauge the state's economic conditions and consumer spending patterns.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a relatively short delay, providing timely insights into the state's service industry employment.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality: Food Services and Drinking Places in Delaware (SMU10000007072200001), retrieved from FRED.