All Employees: Government: Local Government Educational Services in Minnesota
SMU27000009093161101SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
139.90
Year-over-Year Change
-1.88%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the number of employees in local government educational services in Minnesota. It provides insights into the size and dynamics of the public education workforce, which is an important component of the state's economy and labor market.
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: Government: Local Government Educational Services in Minnesota series tracks the number of people employed in public school systems and other local government educational institutions across the state. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze trends in public sector employment and gauge the health of the education industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of state and local government entities by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Monitoring this trend can inform decisions around education funding, teacher hiring, and the allocation of public resources.
Key Facts
- Minnesota's local government educational services employ over 150,000 workers.
- Public education is a major industry in the state, comprising nearly 10% of total employment.
- Employment in this sector has been relatively stable over the past decade.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of people employed in local government educational services in the state of Minnesota, including public school systems and other educational institutions operated by local governments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Tracking employment in the public education sector provides insights into the size and dynamics of this important industry, which is a major employer and consumer of public resources in Minnesota.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of state and local government entities by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Monitoring this trend can inform decisions around education funding, teacher hiring, and the allocation of public resources at the state and local level.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly with a lag of approximately one month, so there may be some delay in reflecting the most recent employment figures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Government: Local Government Educational Services in Minnesota (SMU27000009093161101SA), retrieved from FRED.