Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Professional Services in South
CUUR0300SEMC • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
414.22
Year-over-Year Change
3.38%
Date Range
12/1/1977 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for All Urban Consumers: Professional Services in South measures the changes in prices paid by consumers for a basket of professional services in the southern United States. It is a key indicator of inflation and cost of living trends in the region.
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 Professional Services in South tracks the prices of a variety of professional services, including legal, accounting, and financial services. This index is used by economists, policymakers, and consumers to understand trends in the cost of professional services in the southern United States.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of consumers and businesses and calculated using a weighted average of price changes.
Historical Context
The CPI for Professional Services in South is an important economic indicator that can inform monetary policy decisions and consumer spending patterns.
Key Facts
- The base year for the CPI for Professional Services in South is 1982-1984 = 100.
- The index has increased by over 60% since 2000, indicating rising costs of professional services in the region.
- The CPI for Professional Services in South is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The CPI for Professional Services in South measures the changes in prices paid by consumers for a basket of professional services, such as legal, accounting, and financial services, in the southern United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index is an important indicator of inflation and cost of living trends in the professional services sector of the southern U.S. economy, which can inform economic decision-making and policy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of consumers and businesses and calculated using a weighted average of price changes.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The CPI for Professional Services in South can inform monetary policy decisions and provide insights into consumer spending patterns in the southern U.S.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The CPI for Professional Services in South is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Professional Services in South (CUUR0300SEMC), retrieved from FRED.