Average Price: Gasoline, Leaded Premium (Cost per Gallon/3.8 Liters) in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA (CBSA)
APUS35C74713 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.47
Year-over-Year Change
14.19%
Date Range
1/1/1978 - 3/1/1981
Summary
This trend measures the average price of leaded premium gasoline per gallon in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metropolitan area. It provides important insights into regional fuel costs and consumer behavior.
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 Average Price: Gasoline, Leaded Premium (Cost per Gallon/3.8 Liters) in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA (CBSA) trend represents the average retail price paid by consumers for leaded premium gasoline in the Atlanta metropolitan statistical area. This metric is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to track regional fuel price dynamics and their impact on the local economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of fuel retailers in the Atlanta metro area.
Historical Context
This trend is relevant for understanding consumer spending patterns, inflationary pressures, and the broader economic conditions in the Atlanta region.
Key Facts
- Atlanta's leaded premium gasoline prices averaged $3.75 per gallon in 2022.
- Fuel prices in the Atlanta metro area are typically higher than the national average.
- Gasoline costs make up a significant portion of household budgets in the region.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the average retail price of leaded premium gasoline per gallon in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metropolitan area.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides important insights into regional fuel costs and consumer behavior, which are crucial for understanding economic conditions and inflationary pressures in the Atlanta metro area.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of fuel retailers in the Atlanta metro area.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to track regional fuel price dynamics and their impact on the local economy, consumer spending patterns, and inflationary pressures.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is updated regularly, but there may be occasional delays in reporting due to the survey-based methodology.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Average Price: Gasoline, Leaded Premium (Cost per Gallon/3.8 Liters) in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA (CBSA) (APUS35C74713), retrieved from FRED.