Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Services in Northeast

CUUS0100SAS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

431.65

Year-over-Year Change

25.94%

Date Range

1/1/1984 - 1/1/2025

Summary

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Services in Northeast measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for services in the Northeast region of the United States. This metric is a key indicator of inflation and consumer spending patterns.

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 Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Services in Northeast tracks the prices of a basket of common services, such as housing, transportation, and healthcare, that are purchased by urban consumers in the Northeast. This index is used by economists and policymakers to gauge regional price pressures and the cost of living.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of households and businesses in the Northeast and calculated using a weighted average of service costs.

Historical Context

The Northeast CPI Services index is monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform monetary policy decisions and economic forecasts.

Key Facts

  • The Northeast CPI Services index has a base year of 1982-84=100.
  • Services account for over 60% of consumer spending in the Northeast.
  • The index is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Services in Northeast measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for a basket of common services in the Northeast region of the United States.

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

A: This index is a key indicator of inflation and the cost of living in the Northeast, providing important insights for economists, policymakers, and consumers in the region.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of households and businesses in the Northeast, and the index is calculated using a weighted average of service costs.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The Northeast CPI Services index is monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform monetary policy decisions and economic forecasts for the region.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The index is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical one-month delay between the reference period and the publication date.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Services in Northeast (CUUS0100SAS), retrieved from FRED.