Production or Nonsupervisory Employees: Manufacturing in Maryland

SMU24000003000000006SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

75.16

Year-over-Year Change

1.66%

Date Range

1/1/2001 - 6/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the number of production or nonsupervisory employees in the manufacturing sector in Maryland. It provides insights into the health and activity levels of the state's manufacturing 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 Production or Nonsupervisory Employees: Manufacturing in Maryland series tracks the number of workers in non-managerial, production-oriented roles across Maryland's manufacturing businesses. This metric is a key indicator of the sector's labor force and capacity utilization.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of manufacturing employers in Maryland by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and industry analysts to assess the strength of Maryland's manufacturing economy.

Key Facts

  • Maryland has over 100,000 manufacturing employees.
  • The manufacturing sector accounts for 5% of Maryland's GDP.
  • Production worker levels have remained relatively stable in recent years.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the number of production or nonsupervisory employees in the manufacturing sector across the state of Maryland.

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

A: This metric provides insights into the health and activity levels of Maryland's manufacturing industry, which is an important component of the state's economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of manufacturing employers in Maryland by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and industry analysts to assess the strength of Maryland's manufacturing economy and inform economic development strategies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published monthly with a typical lag of 1-2 months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Production or Nonsupervisory Employees: Manufacturing in Maryland (SMU24000003000000006SA), retrieved from FRED.