Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Private Transportation in Northeast
CUUR0100SAT1 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
268.32
Year-over-Year Change
0.23%
Date Range
12/1/1977 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Private Transportation in Northeast measures changes in the prices paid by urban consumers in the Northeast U.S. for private transportation services and goods. This key economic indicator helps assess regional inflation and consumer spending trends.
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 CPI for Private Transportation in Northeast is a component of the broader Consumer Price Index, tracking the costs of fuel, vehicles, and other transportation-related expenses for urban households in the Northeast census region. Economists and policymakers monitor this index to understand regional variations in consumer prices and cost of living.
Methodology
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from households and businesses to calculate this regional CPI index.
Historical Context
This transportation price index is a valuable input for the Federal Reserve and other institutions when setting monetary and economic policies.
Key Facts
- The Northeast CPI for Private Transportation has a base year of 1982-84=100.
- This index covers a range of private transportation costs including vehicle purchases, gasoline, and auto maintenance.
- Monitoring regional CPI trends helps identify geographic differences in consumer inflation.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Private Transportation in Northeast measures changes in the prices paid by urban consumers in the Northeast U.S. for private transportation services and goods.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This regional transportation price index is a key indicator for assessing cost of living, consumer spending, and inflation trends in the Northeast United States.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from households and businesses to calculate this regional CPI index.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Northeast transportation CPI is a valuable input for the Federal Reserve and other institutions when setting monetary and economic policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The CPI data is published monthly with a typical 2-week release lag.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Private Transportation in Northeast (CUUR0100SAT1), retrieved from FRED.