Average Price: Gasoline, Unleaded Premium (Cost per Gallon/3.785 Liters) in San Diego-Carlsbad, CA (CBSA)
APUS49E74716 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5.03
Year-over-Year Change
-3.97%
Date Range
9/1/1981 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the average price of unleaded premium gasoline in the San Diego-Carlsbad, CA metropolitan area. It provides important insights into consumer costs and regional fuel market dynamics.
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, Unleaded Premium trend tracks the per-gallon price of premium unleaded fuel within the San Diego-Carlsbad, California metropolitan statistical area. This metric is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the cost of living, consumer spending, and regional energy market conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics through regular price surveys of fuel retailers.
Historical Context
This trend is a key input for understanding consumer price inflation, transportation costs, and regional economic performance.
Key Facts
- San Diego has one of the highest average gas prices in the U.S.
- Gasoline prices are a major component of the Consumer Price Index (CPI)
- Fuel costs significantly impact household budgets and business expenses
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the average price per gallon of unleaded premium gasoline in the San Diego-Carlsbad, CA metropolitan area.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides important insights into regional consumer costs, transportation expenses, and energy market dynamics that are crucial for economic analysis and policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics through regular price surveys of fuel retailers in the San Diego-Carlsbad metropolitan area.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Gasoline prices are a key input for monitoring consumer price inflation, assessing regional economic performance, and informing transportation and energy policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is updated monthly, but there may be occasional lags or geographic coverage limitations compared to national-level gasoline price statistics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Average Price: Gasoline, Unleaded Premium (Cost per Gallon/3.785 Liters) in San Diego-Carlsbad, CA (CBSA) (APUS49E74716), retrieved from FRED.