All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities in Oregon
SMU41000004300000001A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
77.30
Year-over-Year Change
41.83%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 1/1/2024
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of employees in the transportation, warehousing, and utilities industries in Oregon. It is a key indicator of economic activity and infrastructure utilization in the state.
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: Transportation and Utilities: Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities in Oregon metric tracks the monthly change in the total number of workers employed in these critical economic sectors. It provides insights into the performance and labor demand of Oregon's logistics, energy, and public utilities industries.
Methodology
This data is collected through surveys of Oregon businesses and establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the health of Oregon's transportation infrastructure and energy systems, as well as broader economic conditions in the state.
Key Facts
- Oregon has the 9th largest transportation and utilities workforce in the U.S.
- Transportation and utilities jobs account for over 6% of total employment in Oregon
- The transportation, warehousing, and utilities sector employs over 100,000 workers in Oregon
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the total number of employees working in the transportation, warehousing, and utilities industries in the state of Oregon.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides important insights into the performance and labor demand of Oregon's critical logistics, energy, and public utilities sectors, which are key drivers of the state's economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of Oregon businesses and establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the health of Oregon's transportation infrastructure and energy systems, as well as broader economic conditions in the state.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: This data is released monthly with a lag of approximately one month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities in Oregon (SMU41000004300000001A), retrieved from FRED.