Average Price: Gasoline, Unleaded Premium (Cost per Gallon/3.785 Liters) in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA (CBSA)
APUS49A74716 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4.99
Year-over-Year Change
-3.52%
Date Range
9/1/1981 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the average price of unleaded premium gasoline per gallon in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metropolitan area. It is a key indicator of consumer energy costs and broader inflationary pressures.
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: Gasoline, Unleaded Premium series tracks the retail cost of a gallon of premium unleaded gasoline in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro region. This data point is widely used by economists, policymakers, and consumers to monitor fuel price trends and their impact on household budgets and the broader economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through regular surveys of gasoline stations in the metropolitan area.
Historical Context
Gasoline prices are closely watched for their effects on consumer spending, transportation costs, and inflation.
Key Facts
- Gasoline is a major household expense for most consumers.
- Premium gasoline typically costs more than regular or midgrade fuel.
- Prices can fluctuate significantly based on global oil markets and regional factors.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the average retail price of unleaded premium gasoline per gallon in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metropolitan area.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Gasoline prices are a key input for consumer spending, transportation costs, and broader measures of inflation, making this trend important for economists, policymakers, and households.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through regular surveys of gasoline stations in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metropolitan area.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Gasoline prices are closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers for their effects on consumer spending, transportation costs, and overall inflation, informing monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published regularly with minimal delays, but may be subject to revisions and may not fully capture all regional variations in gasoline prices.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Average Price: Gasoline, Unleaded Premium (Cost per Gallon/3.785 Liters) in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA (CBSA) (APUS49A74716), retrieved from FRED.