All Employees: Education and Health Services: Hospitals in Massachusetts
Not Seasonally Adjusted
SMU25000006562200001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
207.10
Year-over-Year Change
0.49%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Not Seasonally Adjusted (NSA) trend measures month-over-month changes in U.S. employment without adjusting for seasonal patterns. It provides a raw, unfiltered view of the labor market that complements the more widely reported seasonally adjusted data.
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 NSA employment data series tracks the total number of nonfarm employees in the United States. It is useful for analyzing the underlying trends and dynamics of the labor market without the distortion of regular seasonal fluctuations like holiday hiring or school schedules.
Methodology
The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects the NSA employment data through monthly surveys of businesses and households.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists use the NSA employment figures to gain a nuanced understanding of the true state of the labor market.
Key Facts
- The NSA data series is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- NSA employment figures are used alongside seasonally adjusted data to analyze labor market dynamics.
- NSA data can reveal underlying patterns that may be obscured by seasonal adjustments.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Not Seasonally Adjusted (NSA) employment data series tracks the total number of nonfarm employees in the United States without adjusting for regular seasonal patterns.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The NSA employment data provides a raw, unfiltered view of the labor market that complements the more widely reported seasonally adjusted figures. It allows for a nuanced understanding of underlying trends and dynamics.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects the NSA employment data through monthly surveys of businesses and households.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists use the NSA employment figures to gain a deeper understanding of the true state of the labor market, which informs economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The NSA employment data is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics with the same update schedule as the seasonally adjusted figures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU25000006562200001), retrieved from FRED.