Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Medical Care Commodities in Northeast
CUUR0100SAM1 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
427.79
Year-over-Year Change
0.89%
Date Range
12/1/1977 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Medical Care Commodities in Northeast measures changes in the prices of medical goods and products in the northeastern United States. This metric is a key indicator of inflation and consumer purchasing power related to healthcare costs.
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 Medical Care Commodities index tracks the prices of medical supplies, equipment, and other goods that consumers purchase, excluding services. It is a component of the broader Consumer Price Index (CPI), which is a widely-used measure of inflation experienced by urban consumers.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of businesses and consumers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This index is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and healthcare analysts to assess inflationary pressures and consumer affordability in the medical goods market.
Key Facts
- The index is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Medical commodities account for about 1.7% of the overall Consumer Price Index.
- Prices for medical commodities have risen faster than the overall CPI in recent years.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Medical Care Commodities in Northeast measures changes in the prices of medical goods and supplies purchased by consumers in the northeastern United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index is an important indicator of inflation and consumer purchasing power related to healthcare costs, which is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and healthcare analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses and consumers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This index is used by policymakers, economists, and healthcare analysts to assess inflationary pressures and consumer affordability in the medical goods market.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is published monthly with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Medical Care Commodities in Northeast (CUUR0100SAM1), retrieved from FRED.