Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Shelter in South
CUUR0300SAH1 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
378.26
Year-over-Year Change
3.50%
Date Range
12/1/1977 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Shelter in South measures the change in housing costs, including rent and utilities, for urban consumers in the South region of the United States. This metric is a key indicator of inflation and cost-of-living 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-U Shelter in South index tracks the prices paid by consumers for a representative basket of shelter-related goods and services, including rent, owner's equivalent rent, and household utilities. It is a valuable tool for policymakers, economists, and the public to understand regional cost-of-living dynamics and inflationary pressures.
Methodology
The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects data from households and businesses to calculate this index on a monthly basis.
Historical Context
The CPI-U Shelter in South index informs fiscal and monetary policy decisions, as well as analysis of consumer spending and regional economic conditions.
Key Facts
- The CPI-U Shelter in South index has a base year of 1982-84 = 100.
- Shelter costs account for about 32% of the total CPI-U index for the South region.
- The index reached a record high of 301.301 in June 2022.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The CPI-U Shelter in South index measures the change in housing costs, including rent and utilities, for urban consumers in the southern United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index is a key indicator of inflation and cost-of-living trends in the South region, which is valuable information for policymakers, economists, and the public.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects data from households and businesses to calculate this index on a monthly basis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The CPI-U Shelter in South index informs fiscal and monetary policy decisions, as well as analysis of consumer spending and regional economic conditions.
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: Shelter in South (CUUR0300SAH1), retrieved from FRED.