Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Transportation in South
CUUR0300SAT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
272.06
Year-over-Year Change
-0.81%
Date Range
12/1/1966 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Transportation in South measures the change in prices paid by consumers in the southern U.S. region for various transportation-related goods and services. This metric is a key indicator of regional inflation and consumer purchasing power.
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-Transportation for the South region tracks the prices of items like vehicle purchases, gasoline, public transportation, and other transportation-related expenditures. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess regional cost-of-living trends and the health of the southern economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of consumers and businesses in the southern U.S. region by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
The CPI-Transportation for the South is an important input for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions and can influence consumer confidence and spending patterns.
Key Facts
- Covers approximately 85% of the total population.
- Base period is 1982-84=100.
- Published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The CPI-Transportation for the South measures the change in prices paid by consumers in the southern U.S. region for various transportation-related goods and services.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is a key indicator of regional inflation and consumer purchasing power, which is important for economists, policymakers, and businesses operating in the southern U.S.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of consumers and businesses in the southern U.S. region by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The CPI-Transportation for the South is an important input for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions and can influence consumer confidence and spending patterns.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Transportation in South (CUUR0300SAT), retrieved from FRED.