united-states Nonfarm payrolls (US) 2026: Interactive Chart & Historical Data

Latest value: 158,984 persons (2026-06-01)

Nonfarm payrolls (US) (measured in persons) is an important economic indicator for united-states, providing insights into structural trends, policy impacts, and development trajectories. This metric is widely used by researchers, analysts, and policymakers to monitor economic conditions and inform decision-making. In united-states, Nonfarm payrolls (US) reflects the interplay of domestic policies, global market forces, and long-term demographic and technological changes. Tracking this indicator over time reveals patterns of growth, volatility, and structural transformation that shape the country's economic outlook. Access to reliable, timely data is essential for evidence-based analysis, whether for academic research, investment strategy, or public policy evaluation. The most recent data point shows 158,984 persons as of 2026-06-01. This dataset spans 1939–2026, covering 1050 monthly observations. Data is sourced from FRED and updated regularly on EconDash. Use EconDash's interactive chart to explore Nonfarm payrolls (US) data, apply custom date ranges, and benchmark united-states against peer economies.