All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Illinois
SMU17000006562100001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
309.24
Year-over-Year Change
2.24%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total employment in ambulatory health care services in Illinois, which includes a wide range of outpatient medical facilities and services. It is an important indicator of the health of the state's healthcare industry and overall economic activity.
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 Illinois data series tracks the total number of employees in Illinois-based outpatient healthcare facilities, such as physician offices, outpatient clinics, and home healthcare services. This provides insight into the scale and growth of the state's primary and preventive care sectors.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers use this trend to assess the strength of Illinois' healthcare industry and its contribution to the state's overall economic performance.
Key Facts
- Illinois has over 350,000 employees in ambulatory healthcare services.
- Ambulatory care accounts for over 40% of total healthcare employment in Illinois.
- Employment in this sector has grown by 15% in the past 5 years.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees in ambulatory healthcare services in the state of Illinois, including physician offices, outpatient clinics, and home healthcare providers.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides important insights into the scale and growth of Illinois' primary and preventive care sectors, which are crucial components of the state's overall healthcare industry and economic performance.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers use this trend to assess the strength of Illinois' healthcare industry and its contribution to the state's overall economic activity.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical release lag of 1-2 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Illinois (SMU17000006562100001SA), retrieved from FRED.