All Employees: Professional and Business Services: Employment Services in District of Columbia
SMU11000006056130001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
13.59
Year-over-Year Change
-0.76%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This trend measures employment in the professional and business services industry, specifically within employment services, for the District of Columbia. It provides insights into the labor market and economic activity in the region.
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: Professional and Business Services: Employment Services in District of Columbia metric tracks the number of individuals employed in the employment services sector, which includes temporary help services, professional employer organizations, and other employment-related activities, within the District of Columbia.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and businesses to gauge the strength of the local labor market and overall economic conditions in the District of Columbia.
Key Facts
- Employment services sector includes temporary help, professional employer organizations, and other employment-related activities.
- Data is collected through surveys of establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Trend provides insights into the local labor market and economic conditions in the District of Columbia.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures employment in the professional and business services industry, specifically within the employment services sector, for the District of Columbia.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into the strength of the local labor market and overall economic conditions in the District of Columbia, which is useful for economists, policymakers, and businesses.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and businesses to gauge the strength of the local labor market and overall economic conditions in the District of Columbia.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the update schedule and potential limitations of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics surveys.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Professional and Business Services: Employment Services in District of Columbia (SMU11000006056130001SA), retrieved from FRED.