Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Fruits and Vegetables in U.S. City Average
CUUS0000SAF113 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
351.89
Year-over-Year Change
16.07%
Date Range
1/1/1984 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Fruits and Vegetables in U.S. City Average tracks the changes in prices paid by urban consumers for a market basket of fruit and vegetable items. This metric is a key indicator of food inflation in the United States.
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 Fruits and Vegetables CPI is a subcomponent of the broader Consumer Price Index, which measures the average change in prices paid by urban consumers for a representative basket of goods and services. The Fruits and Vegetables index specifically focuses on price trends for fresh, frozen, canned, and dried fruits and vegetables.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of retail establishments and weighted to represent average consumer expenditures.
Historical Context
The Fruits and Vegetables CPI is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to gauge inflationary pressures in the food sector.
Key Facts
- The Fruits and Vegetables CPI has a base year of 1982-84 = 100.
- Fruits and vegetables account for about 7% of the total CPI market basket.
- Prices for fruits and vegetables tend to be more volatile than the overall CPI.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Fruits and Vegetables CPI measures the average change in prices paid by urban consumers for a market basket of fresh, frozen, canned, and dried fruit and vegetable items.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Fruits and Vegetables CPI is a key indicator of food inflation and can provide insights into consumer purchasing power, cost-of-living adjustments, and overall economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of retail establishments and weighted to represent average consumer expenditures on fruits and vegetables.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Fruits and Vegetables CPI is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to gauge inflationary pressures in the food sector and inform decisions on monetary policy, cost-of-living adjustments, and other economic measures.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Fruits and Vegetables CPI is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of about two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Fruits and Vegetables in U.S. City Average (CUUS0000SAF113), retrieved from FRED.