All Employees: Government: State Government Educational Services in South Carolina
SMU45000009092161101 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
48.80
Year-over-Year Change
1.24%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of state government employees in the educational services sector in South Carolina. It provides important insights into public sector employment and education funding at the state level.
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: State Government Educational Services in South Carolina series tracks the monthly employment levels for state government workers in the education sector within the state of South Carolina. This data is used by economists and policymakers to analyze trends in public sector job growth and the resources dedicated to state-level educational services.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of state government agencies and educational institutions by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This employment trend is relevant for understanding state budgets, education policy, and the overall size of the public sector workforce.
Key Facts
- South Carolina has over 70,000 state government employees in the education sector.
- This trend has shown modest growth in recent years as state funding for education has increased.
- State government is a major employer in South Carolina, accounting for over 10% of total nonfarm jobs.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of state government employees working in the educational services sector within South Carolina.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insight into public sector employment levels and state funding for education, which are important factors in understanding economic and policy dynamics.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of state government agencies and educational institutions by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This employment trend is relevant for state budget and education policy discussions, as well as analysis of the overall size of the public sector workforce.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical release lag of 1-2 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Government: State Government Educational Services in South Carolina (SMU45000009092161101), retrieved from FRED.