All Employees: Federal Government in Delaware
SMU10000009091000001A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6.70
Year-over-Year Change
19.64%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 1/1/2024
Summary
The 'All Employees: Federal Government in Delaware' series tracks the total number of federal government employees in the state of Delaware. This metric is important for economists and policymakers to understand state-level trends in public sector employment.
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
This series measures the total number of full-time and part-time federal government employees located in the state of Delaware. It provides insight into the size and composition of the public sector workforce at the state level, which is a key indicator of economic and policy conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Trends in federal government employment are closely watched by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the health of the broader economy and the impact of fiscal and monetary policies.
Key Facts
- The series began in 1990.
- Delaware had over 15,000 federal government employees as of the latest data.
- Federal government jobs account for around 4% of total employment in Delaware.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series tracks the total number of federal government employees located in the state of Delaware, providing insight into the size and composition of the public sector workforce.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Trends in federal government employment are closely watched by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the health of the broader economy and the impact of fiscal and monetary policies.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers use this data to understand state-level trends in public sector employment, which is a key indicator of economic and policy conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly with a typical lag of one to two months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Federal Government in Delaware (SMU10000009091000001A), retrieved from FRED.