Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Services Less Medical Care Services in Northeast
CUUR0100SASL5 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
422.17
Year-over-Year Change
4.75%
Date Range
12/1/1977 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Services Less Medical Care Services in Northeast measures changes in the prices paid by urban consumers for a basket of services excluding medical care in the Northeastern United States. This metric is a key indicator of regional 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
This regional CPI series tracks price changes for a wide range of services consumed by urban households in the Northeast, excluding medical care services. It is used by economists and policymakers to understand regional cost-of-living trends and guide economic decision-making.
Methodology
The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from households and businesses to calculate this index.
Historical Context
Policymakers at the Federal Reserve and other institutions monitor this data to assess regional economic conditions and inflationary risks.
Key Facts
- This index excludes medical care services to focus on broader price trends.
- The Northeast region includes Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
- The base year for this index is 1982-1984 = 100.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index measures changes in the prices paid by urban consumers in the Northeastern United States for a basket of services, excluding medical care services.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is a key indicator of regional inflationary pressures and cost-of-living trends, which are important for economic analysis and policymaking.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from households and businesses to calculate this index.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers at the Federal Reserve and other institutions monitor this data to assess regional economic conditions and inflationary risks.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is published monthly with a typical release lag of approximately two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Services Less Medical Care Services in Northeast (CUUR0100SASL5), retrieved from FRED.