All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation in Pennsylvania

SMU42000007071000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

131.70

Year-over-Year Change

3.86%

Date Range

1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the number of people employed in the arts, entertainment, and recreation industries in Pennsylvania. It provides insight into the strength and resilience of the state's leisure and hospitality 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: Leisure and Hospitality: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation in Pennsylvania series tracks the total nonfarm employment in this industry within the state. It is an important indicator of economic activity and consumer spending in the arts, entertainment, and recreation sectors.

Methodology

The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and businesses to assess the health of Pennsylvania's tourism and leisure industries.

Key Facts

  • Pennsylvania's arts, entertainment, and recreation sector employed over 160,000 people as of the latest data.
  • This industry accounts for approximately 2.5% of the state's total nonfarm employment.
  • Employment in this sector has rebounded strongly following the COVID-19 pandemic.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total number of people employed in the arts, entertainment, and recreation industries within the state of Pennsylvania.

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

A: This trend provides insight into the strength and resilience of Pennsylvania's leisure and hospitality sector, which is an important driver of economic activity and consumer spending 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: Policymakers, economists, and businesses closely monitor this trend to assess the health of Pennsylvania's tourism and leisure industries, which inform economic and policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is typically released with a one-month lag and may be subject to revisions as more complete information becomes available.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Leisure and Hospitality: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation in Pennsylvania (SMU42000007071000001), retrieved from FRED.