All Employees: Government: State Government Educational Services in Illinois
SMU17000009092161101SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
81.49
Year-over-Year Change
-1.52%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the number of all employees in state government educational services in Illinois. It is an important indicator of public sector employment and education funding levels in the state.
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: Government: State Government Educational Services in Illinois series tracks the total number of workers employed in state-run educational institutions in Illinois, such as public universities, colleges, and K-12 schools. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to analyze trends in public sector labor markets and education spending.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Tracking this employment trend helps inform decisions around state budgets, education policy, and public workforce planning.
Key Facts
- Illinois has over 200,000 state government education employees.
- State education services account for over 40% of total Illinois state government employment.
- Public education is the largest component of Illinois state government budgets.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees working in state government educational services in Illinois, including public universities, colleges, and K-12 schools.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Tracking state education employment is important for understanding public sector labor markets, education funding levels, and the role of government in providing education services.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This employment trend helps inform state budget decisions, education policy, and public workforce planning in Illinois.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a lag of several weeks, and may be subject to revision as more complete information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Government: State Government Educational Services in Illinois (SMU17000009092161101SA), retrieved from FRED.