The Comprehensive Labour Force Survey (CLFS) is a key source of information on the labour market. It provides data on the size and characteristics of the labour force, employment and unemployment, and earnings and hours worked. The CLFS is conducted by the national statistical agency in each country.
The primary objective of the CLFS is to provide a comprehensive picture of the labour market. The survey collects data on a wide range of labour market indicators, including:
The CLFS is used by a wide range of stakeholders, including:
The data from the CLFS is used to:
The CLFS is a household-based survey that collects data from a sample of households. The sample is designed to represent the population of the country as a whole. The survey is conducted on a regular basis, typically quarterly or annually.
Sample Design: The CLFS uses a multi-stage sampling design to select a representative sample of households. The first stage involves selecting a sample of geographic areas, such as census tracts or zip codes. The second stage involves selecting a sample of households within each geographic area.
Data Collection: The CLFS data is collected through a combination of face-to-face interviews, telephone interviews, and self-administered questionnaires. The survey instrument is designed to collect information on the labour force status and characteristics of all household members aged 15 or older.
Data Processing: The CLFS data is processed and edited to ensure accuracy and consistency. The data is then weighted to adjust for the sampling design and non-response.
The CLFS has a number of strengths, including:
The CLFS also has a number of limitations, including:
There are a number of common mistakes that should be avoided when using the CLFS data. These mistakes include:
The CLFS has a number of pros and cons. The pros of the CLFS include:
The cons of the CLFS include:
The CLFS data can be used for a variety of applications, including:
Here are some ideas for new applications of the CLFS data:
Table 1: Key Indicators from the Comprehensive Labour Force Survey
Indicator | Definition |
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Employment | The number of persons who are working for pay or profit or who are self-employed |
Unemployment | The number of persons who are not working but are available for work and are actively seeking a job |
Labour force participation rate | The percentage of the population aged 15 or older who are employed or unemployed |
Earnings | The total amount of money earned by employed persons from all sources |
Hours worked | The total number of hours worked by employed persons |
Table 2: Employment by Industry
Industry | Number of Employed Persons |
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Agriculture | 12,000,000 |
Manufacturing | 10,000,000 |
Services | 20,000,000 |
Table 3: Unemployment by Age Group
Age Group | Number of Unemployed Persons |
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15-24 | 2,000,000 |
25-54 | 3,000,000 |
55+ | 1,000,000 |
Table 4: Earnings by Occupation
Occupation | Median Earnings |
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Management | $50,000 |
Professional | $40,000 |
Technical | $30,000 |
Clerical | $25,000 |
Sales | $20,000 |
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