Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Food at Home in South
CUUR0300SAF11 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
310.10
Year-over-Year Change
2.03%
Date Range
12/1/1977 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Food at Home in South measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for a market basket of food consumed at home in the southern region of the United States. This trend is a key indicator of regional food price inflation.
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 Food at Home index is a component of the broader Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks changes in the prices paid by urban consumers for a representative basket of goods and services. The Food at Home index specifically measures price changes for food items purchased for consumption at a residence.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of prices paid by consumers at retail establishments in the southern region.
Historical Context
This regional food price index is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to assess cost-of-living trends and regional inflation dynamics.
Key Facts
- The index is benchmarked to a base year of 1982-84 = 100.
- Food at Home makes up about 7.5% of the total CPI market basket.
- The index is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Food at Home in South measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for food items purchased for consumption at home in the southern region of the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This regional food price index is a key indicator of cost-of-living and inflation dynamics in the southern United States, providing important insights for policymakers, economists, and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of prices paid by consumers at retail establishments in the southern region.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Food at Home index is closely monitored by policymakers and economists to assess regional cost-of-living pressures and inform decisions on monetary policy, social programs, and other economic interventions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics with a typical lag of about two weeks from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Food at Home in South (CUUR0300SAF11), retrieved from FRED.