Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Lodging Away from Home in U.S. City Average
Seasonally Adjusted
CUSR0000SEHB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
179.33
Year-over-Year Change
-3.44%
Date Range
12/1/1997 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Seasonally Adjusted Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Shelter in U.S. City Average measures changes in the cost of housing for American households. It is a key indicator used by economists and policymakers to monitor inflation.
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 Seasonally Adjusted Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Shelter tracks the prices of various housing-related items, including rent, owners' equivalent rent, and lodging away from home. It is an important gauge of inflationary pressures and consumer purchasing power.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and adjusted for seasonal variations.
Historical Context
The Shelter CPI is closely watched by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The Shelter CPI accounts for about one-third of the total CPI.
- Shelter costs have risen faster than overall inflation in recent years.
- Rapid increases in the Shelter CPI can signal growing inflationary pressures.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Seasonally Adjusted Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Shelter measures changes in the cost of housing for American households, including rent, owners' equivalent rent, and lodging away from home.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Shelter CPI is a key indicator used by economists and policymakers to monitor inflationary pressures and consumer purchasing power. It is closely watched by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform monetary policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and adjusted for seasonal variations.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Shelter CPI is closely watched by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform monetary policy decisions, as rapid increases in housing costs can signal growing inflationary pressures.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Shelter CPI data is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of about two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Seasonally Adjusted Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Shelter in U.S. City Average (CUSR0000SEHB), retrieved from FRED.