Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Utility (Piped) Gas Service in Northeast
CUUS0100SEHF02 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
258.64
Year-over-Year Change
43.96%
Date Range
1/1/1984 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Utility (Piped) Gas Service in Northeast measures changes in the price of natural gas utility services for consumers in the Northeast region of the United States. This metric is a key indicator of inflation and household energy costs.
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 index tracks the prices paid by urban consumers for piped utility gas services in the Northeastern United States. It is a component of the broader Consumer Price Index, providing insights into regional energy price dynamics and their impact on household budgets.
Methodology
Data is collected through surveys of consumers and service providers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Utility gas price trends are closely monitored by policymakers, market analysts, and consumers to understand the affordability of home heating and energy costs.
Key Facts
- The index is benchmarked to a value of 100 in 1982-1984.
- Prices are collected from consumer surveys across major Northeastern cities.
- This series dates back to 1913 and is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index measures changes in the prices paid by urban consumers in the Northeastern United States for piped utility gas services, a key component of household energy costs.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Utility gas price trends provide important insights into regional inflation dynamics and the affordability of home heating for consumers, making this metric closely watched by policymakers, market analysts, and households.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through consumer surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Utility gas price trends are used by economists and policymakers to monitor regional cost-of-living pressures and inform decisions around energy policy, consumer assistance programs, and macroeconomic management.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: This series is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics with minimal delays, providing timely insights into Northeastern utility gas price dynamics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Utility (Piped) Gas Service in Northeast (CUUS0100SEHF02), retrieved from FRED.