All Employees: Retail Trade: Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers in Washington
SMU53000004244400001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
31.84
Year-over-Year Change
1.28%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This trend measures the total number of employees in the retail trade sector for building material and garden equipment and supplies dealers in the state of Washington. It provides insight into the economic activity and labor market conditions within this specific industry and geographic region.
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: Retail Trade: Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers in Washington metric tracks the monthly employment levels for this retail subsector in the state. It is a key indicator of consumer demand, business investment, and overall economic performance in this industry segment.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to monitor the health and trajectory of the construction, home improvement, and landscaping-related retail markets.
Key Facts
- Washington is the 13th largest state by population.
- Building material and garden equipment stores make up about 12% of total U.S. retail employment.
- This sector saw major declines during the 2008-2009 recession.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees working in the retail trade sector for building material and garden equipment and supplies dealers in the state of Washington.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the health and activity of the construction, home improvement, and landscaping-related retail markets in Washington, which are important indicators of broader economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists, policymakers, and industry analysts use this trend to monitor consumer demand, business investment, and overall economic performance in the building materials and garden equipment retail sector.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The employment data is subject to periodic revisions and may have a 1-2 month reporting lag compared to the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Retail Trade: Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers in Washington (SMU53000004244400001SA), retrieved from FRED.