All Employees: Government: State Government Excluding Education in Maine

Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

SMU23000009092200001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

15.10

Year-over-Year Change

4.86%

Date Range

1/1/2005 - 7/1/2025

Summary

This U.S. economic data series measures monthly, not seasonally adjusted employment in the arts, entertainment, and recreation industry. Understanding employment trends in this sector provides insights into the health and recovery of leisure and hospitality-related businesses.

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 Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted employment series for the arts, entertainment, and recreation industry tracks the total number of nonfarm payroll jobs in this sector on a monthly basis without adjusting for seasonal variations. This data offers a timely, unmodified snapshot of employment in recreation-oriented businesses.

Methodology

The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey of U.S. businesses.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this industry-specific employment data to assess the economic conditions and recovery of the leisure and hospitality sector.

Key Facts

  • The arts, entertainment, and recreation industry accounts for 2.2% of total U.S. employment.
  • This sector lost over 50% of its jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Employment levels have been slow to recover compared to other industries.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This data series tracks monthly, non-seasonally adjusted employment levels in the arts, entertainment, and recreation industry in the United States.

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

A: Employment in this sector provides insights into the health and recovery of leisure and hospitality-oriented businesses, which were among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey of U.S. businesses.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this industry-specific employment data to assess the economic conditions and recovery of the leisure and hospitality sector.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published monthly, but there may be some delay in reporting due to the survey-based data collection process.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU23000009092200001), retrieved from FRED.