All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Puerto Rico
SMU72000006562100001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
47.20
Year-over-Year Change
2.16%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures employment in the ambulatory health care services industry in Puerto Rico. It is an important indicator of the health of the local healthcare sector and overall economic activity.
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: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Puerto Rico series tracks the number of people employed in outpatient medical facilities such as physician offices, medical and diagnostic laboratories, and other ambulatory care services in Puerto Rico. This data provides insights into the strength and growth of the healthcare industry in the territory.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists monitor this trend to assess the performance of Puerto Rico's healthcare system and broader economic conditions.
Key Facts
- Employment in Puerto Rico's ambulatory healthcare services peaked in 2019.
- The COVID-19 pandemic led to a decline in ambulatory healthcare employment in 2020.
- Ambulatory healthcare is a key part of Puerto Rico's service-based economy.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of people employed in the ambulatory healthcare services industry in Puerto Rico, including outpatient facilities like physician offices and medical labs.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insights into the strength and growth of Puerto Rico's healthcare sector, which is an important part of the territory's economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists monitor this trend to assess the performance of Puerto Rico's healthcare system and broader economic conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be delays in data reporting due to the challenges of surveying businesses in Puerto Rico.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Education and Health Services: Ambulatory Health Care Services in Puerto Rico (SMU72000006562100001), retrieved from FRED.