Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Private Transportation in South
Monthly
CUUR0300SAT1 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
275.66
Year-over-Year Change
-1.02%
Date Range
12/1/1977 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Seasonally Adjusted Total in U.S. City Average is a key measure of inflation and consumer purchasing power.
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 index tracks changes in the prices paid by urban consumers for a representative basket of goods and services. It is a widely-used indicator of the overall price level and a crucial statistic for economic analysis and policymaking.
Methodology
The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from households and businesses to calculate this index.
Historical Context
The CPI-U is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and influences interest rate decisions.
Key Facts
- The CPI-U is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- The index has a base period of 1982-1984 = 100.
- Changes in the CPI-U are a key input for cost-of-living adjustments.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The CPI-U measures the average change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers for a market basket of consumer goods and services.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The CPI-U is a widely-used indicator of inflation that helps assess changes in consumer purchasing power and the overall price level in the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from households and businesses to calculate the CPI-U index.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Federal Reserve closely monitors the CPI-U as it is a key input for interest rate decisions and assessments of the overall rate of inflation.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The CPI-U is published monthly with a typical release lag of about two weeks after the end of the reference month.
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Citation
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Seasonally Adjusted Total in U.S. City Average (CUUR0300SAT1), retrieved from FRED.