Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Other Personal Services in South

CUUR0300SAGS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

157.83

Year-over-Year Change

4.01%

Date Range

12/1/2009 - 6/1/2025

Summary

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Other Personal Services in South (CUUR0300SAGS) tracks changes in the prices of personal services in the southern United States. This metric is a key indicator of inflation and consumer spending in the region.

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 CUUR0300SAGS index measures the price changes of a basket of personal services, such as haircuts, dry cleaning, and legal fees, for urban consumers in the southern United States. It is used by economists and policymakers to monitor regional price trends and understand the underlying drivers of inflation.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of businesses and households in the southern U.S.

Historical Context

This index provides important insights into the state of the regional economy and helps inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The index has a base year of 1982-84 = 100.
  • It covers a wide range of personal services, from haircuts to legal fees.
  • The southern U.S. region includes Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The CUUR0300SAGS index measures changes in the prices of personal services, such as haircuts, dry cleaning, and legal fees, for urban consumers in the southern United States.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This index is a key indicator of inflation and consumer spending in the southern region, providing important insights into the state of the regional economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses and households in the southern U.S.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The CUUR0300SAGS index helps inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions by providing a measure of regional price trends and the underlying drivers of inflation.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The index is updated 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: Other Personal Services in South (CUUR0300SAGS), retrieved from FRED.