All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in District of Columbia
SMU11000006562100001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
20.50
Year-over-Year Change
1.49%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This trend measures the total number of employees in the ambulatory health care services industry within the District of Columbia. It is an important indicator of the health and vitality of the local healthcare sector.
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: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in District of Columbia metric tracks employment levels in outpatient medical facilities such as physician offices, dental practices, and other ambulatory care providers in the nation's capital region.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This employment trend is closely watched by policymakers and analysts to gauge the economic health of the District's healthcare industry.
Key Facts
- The series has been tracked since 2003.
- Ambulatory care accounts for over 40% of D.C.'s healthcare jobs.
- Employment in this sector has grown by 20% over the past decade.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the total number of people employed in the ambulatory health care services industry within the District of Columbia.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Monitoring employment in the District's ambulatory care sector provides insights into the economic health and growth of the local healthcare industry.
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: Policymakers and analysts closely watch this employment trend to assess the strength of the District of Columbia's healthcare industry.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released with a one-month lag and may be subject to revisions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in District of Columbia (SMU11000006562100001), retrieved from FRED.