Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Lodging Away from Home in U.S. City Average
CUUR0000SEHB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
192.35
Year-over-Year Change
-2.54%
Date Range
12/1/1997 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Lodging Away from Home in U.S. City Average measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for hotel and motel stays. It is a key indicator of inflation in the hospitality sector.
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
This economic trend tracks price fluctuations in the cost of lodging away from home, such as hotel and motel stays, for urban consumers across the United States. It is a component of the broader Consumer Price Index (CPI) and provides insights into inflationary pressures in the travel and hospitality industries.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and price quotes from service providers.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this index to understand broader trends in consumer spending and the state of the hospitality market.
Key Facts
- The index is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Lodging away from home accounts for approximately 3.4% of the overall CPI.
- Prices for hotel and motel stays have increased by an average of 2.5% annually over the past decade.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for hotel and motel stays, a component of the broader Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Lodging Away from Home index provides insights into inflationary pressures in the travel and hospitality industries, which is useful for policymakers, businesses, and consumers.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and price quotes from service providers.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this index to understand broader trends in consumer spending and the state of the hospitality market, which can inform decisions on monetary policy and economic forecasting.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Lodging Away from Home index is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of around two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Lodging Away from Home in U.S. City Average (CUUR0000SEHB), retrieved from FRED.