All Employees: Government: Local Government Educational Services in Utah
SMU49000009093161101 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
77.20
Year-over-Year Change
1.85%
Date Range
1/1/2001 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of local government educational services employees in the state of Utah. It is an important indicator of the size and trends in the public education sector at the state and local 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: Local Government Educational Services in Utah series tracks the total employment in public K-12 schools, colleges, and universities operated by local governments within the state. This data provides insights into the staffing and labor market trends in the education industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of local government entities by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This employment trend is closely watched by policymakers, education officials, and labor market analysts to understand workforce dynamics in the public education system.
Key Facts
- Utah has over 50,000 local government education employees.
- Education is the largest category of local government employment in Utah.
- This trend has seen steady growth over the past decade.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees in local government educational services in the state of Utah, including public K-12 schools, colleges, and universities.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides important insights into the size and dynamics of the public education workforce at the state and local level, which is crucial for policymakers, education officials, and labor market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of local government entities by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This employment trend is closely watched by policymakers, education officials, and labor market analysts to understand workforce dynamics in the public education system and inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a monthly basis with a typical 1-2 month delay from the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Government: Local Government Educational Services in Utah (SMU49000009093161101), retrieved from FRED.