Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Commodities Less Food and Energy Commodities in U.S. City Average
CWSR0000SACL1E • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
171.02
Year-over-Year Change
0.74%
Date Range
1/1/1957 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Commodities Less Food and Energy Commodities in U.S. City Average tracks price changes for a subset of consumer goods excluding food and energy. This measure is crucial for understanding underlying inflationary pressures.
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 represents the price changes for a basket of consumer goods and services, excluding food and energy, that are purchased by urban wage earners and clerical workers. It is a key indicator used by the Federal Reserve and policymakers to gauge core inflation and guide monetary policy decisions.
Methodology
The data is collected through consumer surveys and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This index provides important insights into broader economic trends and helps inform policy responses to changing inflationary conditions.
Key Facts
- The index uses a base year of 1982-1984 = 100.
- It excludes prices for food and energy, which can be volatile.
- The index is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index measures the price changes for a basket of consumer goods and services, excluding food and energy, that are purchased by urban wage earners and clerical workers.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This core inflation measure is crucial for understanding underlying price pressures in the economy and informing monetary policy decisions by the Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through consumer surveys and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This index provides important insights into broader economic trends and helps inform policy responses to changing inflationary conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics with a short delay.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Commodities Less Food and Energy Commodities in U.S. City Average (CWSR0000SACL1E), retrieved from FRED.