All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Maine
SMU23000006562100001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
36.10
Year-over-Year Change
-0.82%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures employment in the ambulatory health care services industry in Maine. It is an important indicator of the state's healthcare sector and labor market conditions.
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 Maine series tracks the number of people employed in outpatient healthcare facilities like physician offices, diagnostic laboratories, and home healthcare services in the state. This data provides insights into the strength and composition of Maine's healthcare industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This employment trend is closely monitored by policymakers, industry analysts, and healthcare organizations to understand Maine's economic and healthcare system performance.
Key Facts
- Maine's ambulatory healthcare services employed over 47,000 people as of 2022.
- Employment in this sector has grown by 12% in Maine over the past 5 years.
- Ambulatory healthcare is one of the largest and fastest-growing industries in the state.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of people employed in the ambulatory healthcare services industry in the state of Maine, including outpatient facilities like physician offices, diagnostic labs, and home health providers.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This employment data provides important insights into the strength and growth of Maine's healthcare sector, which is a crucial part of the state's economy and labor market.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of business establishments conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, industry groups, and healthcare organizations closely monitor this employment trend to assess the performance and outlook of Maine's healthcare system and its broader economic implications.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a short lag, typically 1-2 months after the reference period. There are no major known limitations to the reliability or coverage of this employment series.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Maine (SMU23000006562100001), retrieved from FRED.