All Employees: Education and Health Services: Private Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools in Massachusetts
SMU25000006561130001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
129.61
Year-over-Year Change
0.82%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This trend measures employment in private colleges, universities, and professional schools in Massachusetts. It provides insight into the labor market and economic activity in the state's education and health services sector.
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: Private Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools in Massachusetts series tracks the number of people employed in these institutions within the state. This data is a key indicator of economic conditions and workforce dynamics in the education industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This employment trend is used by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to assess the health and outlook of Massachusetts' education services market.
Key Facts
- Private college and university employment in MA accounts for over 150,000 jobs.
- The education and health services sector is one of the largest in the Massachusetts economy.
- Employment in this industry has grown steadily over the past decade.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of people employed at private colleges, universities, and professional schools in the state of Massachusetts.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insight into the labor market and economic activity in Massachusetts' education and health services sector, which is a key industry in the state.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists, policymakers, and industry analysts use this employment trend to assess the health and outlook of Massachusetts' education services market.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a short delay, providing timely information on employment in this sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Education and Health Services: Private Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools in Massachusetts (SMU25000006561130001SA), retrieved from FRED.