All Employees: Government: Local Government Excluding Educational Services in Virginia
SMU51000009093200001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
177.70
Year-over-Year Change
3.07%
Date Range
1/1/2011 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This trend measures the number of local government employees in Virginia, excluding those in educational services. It is an important indicator of the size and composition of the state's public sector workforce.
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 Excluding Educational Services in Virginia metric tracks the employment levels of local government workers in the state, excluding those in education-related roles. This data provides insights into the broader public sector labor market and can inform analysis of fiscal conditions and policy decisions.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of employers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the health of Virginia's local government employment sector.
Key Facts
- Virginia's local government employs over 300,000 people.
- Local government is the largest public sector employer in the state.
- Education services account for about half of local government jobs in Virginia.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of local government employees in Virginia, excluding those working in educational services.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into the size and composition of Virginia's public sector workforce, which is important for understanding the state's fiscal conditions and policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of employers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists, policymakers, and market analysts use this trend to assess the health of Virginia's local government employment sector and its implications for the broader state economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical delay of one to two months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Government: Local Government Excluding Educational Services in Virginia (SMU51000009093200001), retrieved from FRED.