Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Services Less Medical Care Services in Northeast
CUUS0100SASL5 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
418.10
Year-over-Year Change
27.34%
Date Range
1/1/1984 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Services Less Medical Care Services in Northeast tracks changes in the prices of services, excluding medical care, in the Northeast region of the United States. It is a key indicator of inflation and consumer spending 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
This index measures the change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers in the Northeast for a market basket of consumer services, excluding medical care services. It is used to analyze regional price dynamics and consumer behavior, and to inform economic policymaking.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of urban households in the Northeast and calculated using a modified Laspeyres formula.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists closely monitor this index to assess inflationary pressures and consumer demand in the Northeast.
Key Facts
- The index is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- The base year for the index is 1982-84=100.
- Services account for about 60% of total consumer spending in the Northeast.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index measures changes in the prices of consumer services, excluding medical care, in the Northeast region of the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index is a key indicator of inflationary pressures and consumer spending in the Northeast, which is important for economic policymaking and market analysis.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of urban households in the Northeast and calculated using a modified Laspeyres formula.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists closely monitor this index to assess regional inflationary pressures and consumer demand, which informs decisions on monetary and fiscal policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is published monthly 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: Services Less Medical Care Services in Northeast (CUUS0100SASL5), retrieved from FRED.