Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Used Cars and Trucks in U.S. City Average
CWUR0000SETA02 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
189.21
Year-over-Year Change
4.68%
Date Range
12/1/1952 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Used Cars and Trucks tracks changes in the prices paid by urban consumers for pre-owned passenger vehicles in the U.S. This metric is a key indicator of consumer demand and inflationary pressures in the automotive market.
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 Used Cars and Trucks is a component of the broader CPI, which measures the average change in prices paid by urban consumers for a market basket of consumer goods and services. The used car and truck index provides insight into price trends in the secondary vehicle market, which can have important implications for consumer spending, business investment, and monetary policy.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of prices paid by consumers at retail outlets.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor this index to assess the state of the used vehicle market and its impact on overall inflation.
Key Facts
- The CPI for Used Cars and Trucks has a base period of 1982-84=100.
- In 2022, used car and truck prices rose over 40% compared to the previous year.
- The used vehicle market is a significant component of the overall consumer price index.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Consumer Price Index for Used Cars and Trucks measures the average change in prices paid by urban consumers for pre-owned passenger vehicles in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides important insights into consumer demand and inflationary pressures in the automotive market, which can have significant implications for consumer spending, business investment, and monetary policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of prices paid by consumers at retail outlets.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor the CPI for Used Cars and Trucks to assess the state of the used vehicle market and its impact on overall inflation, which informs decisions on monetary policy and other economic interventions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The CPI for Used Cars and Trucks is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of approximately two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Used Cars and Trucks in U.S. City Average (CWUR0000SETA02), retrieved from FRED.