Average Price: Electricity per Kilowatt-Hour in the South Census Region - Size Class A
APUS30072610 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.17
Year-over-Year Change
-0.60%
Date Range
11/1/1978 - 12/1/2024
Summary
This economic trend measures the average price of electricity per kilowatt-hour in the South Census Region for commercial customers in Size Class A, which includes small to medium-sized businesses.
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 Average Price: Electricity per Kilowatt-Hour in the South Census Region - Size Class A trend provides insights into the costs of electricity for commercial consumers in the southern United States. This data is widely used by policymakers, energy analysts, and businesses to understand regional energy pricing dynamics.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of electricity providers by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
Historical Context
This trend is relevant for understanding the business and policy environment around commercial electricity rates in the South.
Key Facts
- The South Census Region includes Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia.
- Size Class A includes commercial customers with monthly electricity consumption between 0 and 999 megawatt-hours.
- Electricity prices can impact business costs and investment decisions in the region.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the average price of electricity per kilowatt-hour for commercial customers in Size Class A, which includes small to medium-sized businesses, in the South Census Region of the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides important insights into the costs of electricity for commercial consumers in the southern United States, which is relevant for understanding the business and policy environment in the region.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of electricity providers by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers, energy analysts, and businesses to understand regional energy pricing dynamics and its impact on the commercial sector in the South.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly, but there may be some delays in data reporting and availability.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Average Price: Electricity per Kilowatt-Hour in the South Census Region - Size Class A (APUS30072610), retrieved from FRED.