All Employees: Government: Local Government in Illinois
SMU17000009093000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
596.20
Year-over-Year Change
-0.07%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend tracks the total number of employees in local government in the state of Illinois. It is a key indicator of the size and health of the public sector workforce at the state and local level.
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: Local Government in Illinois series measures the total number of individuals employed by local government entities within the state, including municipal, county, and other sub-state public sector organizations. This data provides insight into the role of the public sector as an employer and economic driver in Illinois.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of public and private employers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Trends in local government employment are closely watched by policymakers, economists, and market analysts as a gauge of state and municipal fiscal conditions and public sector labor market dynamics.
Key Facts
- Local government is the largest public sector employer in Illinois.
- Employment in local government has been relatively stable in recent years.
- The public sector accounts for over 12% of total nonfarm employment in Illinois.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of individuals employed by local government entities within the state of Illinois, including municipal, county, and other sub-state public sector organizations.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Trends in local government employment are closely watched as a gauge of state and municipal fiscal conditions and public sector labor market dynamics.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of public and private employers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to assess the role of the public sector as an employer and economic driver in Illinois.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical release lag of around one month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Government: Local Government in Illinois (SMU17000009093000001), retrieved from FRED.