Average Hourly Earnings of All Employees: Professional and Business Services in Indiana

SMU18000006000000003A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

33.98

Year-over-Year Change

59.98%

Date Range

1/1/2007 - 1/1/2024

Summary

This economic trend measures the average hourly earnings of all employees in the professional and business services sector in Indiana. It provides insights into wage growth and labor market conditions in this key industry.

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 Average Hourly Earnings of All Employees: Professional and Business Services in Indiana tracks the average hourly wage for workers in the professional and business services sector, which includes occupations such as legal, accounting, engineering, and management consulting. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze labor market trends and assess the broader health of the state's economy.

Methodology

The data is collected through employer surveys by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

This trend is relevant for understanding labor market dynamics and informing economic and workforce development policies in Indiana.

Key Facts

  • Indiana's professional and business services sector employs over 300,000 workers.
  • Average hourly earnings in this sector have increased by 20% over the past 10 years.
  • The professional and business services industry accounts for nearly 15% of Indiana's total GDP.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the average hourly wages paid to employees in the professional and business services sector in Indiana, including occupations such as legal, accounting, engineering, and management consulting.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This trend provides important insights into labor market conditions and wage growth in a key industry, which can inform economic analysis and policy decisions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through employer surveys conducted 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 workforce development agencies to monitor labor market dynamics and inform economic and employment policies in Indiana.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published monthly with a typical lag of one to two months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Average Hourly Earnings of All Employees: Professional and Business Services in Indiana (SMU18000006000000003A), retrieved from FRED.