Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Services in Northeast
Monthly
CUUR0100SAS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
435.96
Year-over-Year Change
4.39%
Date Range
12/1/1977 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Apparel (CPI-Apparel) measures changes in the retail prices of apparel items purchased by urban consumers over time. This key economic indicator helps policymakers and analysts understand inflationary pressures in the apparel 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
The CPI-Apparel is a component of the broader Consumer Price Index, which tracks changes in the prices paid by urban consumers for a representative basket of goods and services. The apparel index specifically focuses on measuring price movements for clothing, footwear, and related items.
Methodology
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of retail establishments to calculate the CPI-Apparel.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers use the CPI-Apparel, along with other CPI components, to assess overall inflation and guide monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The CPI-Apparel is a seasonally adjusted index with a base period of 1982-84=100.
- Apparel accounts for approximately 3% of the overall Consumer Price Index market basket.
- The CPI-Apparel is released monthly as part of the broader CPI report.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The CPI-Apparel measures changes in the retail prices of apparel items purchased by urban consumers in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The CPI-Apparel is a key indicator of inflationary pressures in the apparel sector, which is an important component of consumer spending. It helps policymakers and analysts understand broader price movements and cost-of-living changes.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of retail establishments to calculate the CPI-Apparel.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers use the CPI-Apparel, along with other CPI components, to assess overall inflation and guide monetary policy decisions, such as interest rate adjustments.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The CPI-Apparel is released monthly as part of the broader Consumer Price Index report, with a typical delay of around two weeks after the end of the reference month.
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Citation
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Apparel (CUUR0100SAS), retrieved from FRED.