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UH_WKSNW_A1
Weeks in labor force looking for work, nonworkers, 1976-2025
Codes
UH_WKSNW_A1 is a 2-digit numeric variable.
NIU = 0
Values range from 1 to 52.
Description
Weeks in labor force looking for work, nonworkers - 1976-2025
Universe
- Those who spent some of last year looking for work or on layoff (looked=1).
Availability
| Years | Jan | Feb | ASEC | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 – 2025 | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
