Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Recreation in U.S. City Average
CWSR0000SAR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
132.46
Year-over-Year Change
1.54%
Date Range
1/1/1993 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Recreation tracks changes in prices paid by urban wage earners and clerical workers for recreational goods and services. It is a key indicator of inflationary pressures and consumer spending patterns.
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 Recreation measures the price changes of a fixed basket of recreational items and services purchased by urban consumers. It is a subindex of the broader CPI and is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the state of the economy.
Methodology
The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects prices from a sample of urban households and businesses to calculate the CPI for Recreation.
Historical Context
The CPI for Recreation provides insights into consumer behavior and inflationary trends, which can inform monetary policy decisions and market forecasts.
Key Facts
- The CPI for Recreation has a base year of 1982-1984 = 100.
- Recreation accounts for approximately 6% of the overall CPI basket.
- The CPI for Recreation reached an all-time high of 290.3 in January 2022.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The CPI for Recreation measures changes in the prices paid by urban consumers for a basket of recreational goods and services, such as sports equipment, entertainment, and hobbies.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The CPI for Recreation is a crucial indicator of inflationary pressures and consumer spending patterns, which can inform economic and policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects prices from a sample of urban households and businesses to calculate the CPI for Recreation.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The CPI for Recreation provides insights into consumer behavior and inflationary trends, which can inform monetary policy decisions and market forecasts.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The CPI for Recreation is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics with a typical delay of approximately two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Recreation in U.S. City Average (CWSR0000SAR), retrieved from FRED.