All Employees: Government: Local Government Educational Services in Rhode Island
Not Seasonally Adjusted
SMU44000009093161101 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
17.10
Year-over-Year Change
-2.84%
Date Range
1/1/2005 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This series measures the Not Seasonally Adjusted Unemployment Rate in the U.S. The unemployment rate is a critical economic indicator that tracks the percentage of the labor force without jobs, providing insights into the health of the 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 Not Seasonally Adjusted Unemployment Rate represents the unemployment rate without any seasonal adjustments. This raw data series is useful for analyzing longer-term trends and comparing unemployment levels across different regions and time periods.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey (CPS), a monthly survey of households conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
The unemployment rate is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and investors to assess the overall strength of the economy.
Key Facts
- The U.S. unemployment rate peaked at 14.7% in April 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The unemployment rate is a lagging indicator, meaning it often changes after other economic conditions have shifted.
- The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate can be higher or lower than the seasonally adjusted rate depending on the time of year.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Not Seasonally Adjusted Unemployment Rate measures the percentage of the total labor force that is jobless and actively seeking employment.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate provides a raw, unfiltered view of labor market conditions, which is useful for understanding longer-term trends and making comparisons across regions or time periods.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey (CPS), a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The unemployment rate is a key indicator monitored by policymakers, economists, and investors to assess the overall strength of the U.S. economy and labor market conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate data is released monthly, with a lag of approximately one month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU44000009093161101), retrieved from FRED.