Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Nondurables Less Food in South

CUUS0300SANL1 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

229.64

Year-over-Year Change

14.84%

Date Range

1/1/1984 - 1/1/2025

Summary

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Nondurables Less Food in South (CUUS0300SANL1) measures the change in prices for nondurable goods, excluding food, in the southern region of the United States. This metric is a key indicator of 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

This index tracks the prices of nondurable consumer goods, such as clothing, fuel, and household supplies, in the southern United States. It excludes the cost of food, which is measured separately. Economists and policymakers use this data to assess broader inflationary trends and the real purchasing power of consumers.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

This index helps inform Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions and provides insight into consumer spending patterns.

Key Facts

  • The index uses 1982-1984 as the base period.
  • Nondurables account for approximately 38% of consumer spending.
  • The southern region represents about 37% of the U.S. population.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This index measures the change in prices for nondurable consumer goods, excluding food, in the southern region of the United States.

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

A: This metric provides insight into broader inflationary pressures and the real purchasing power of consumers in the southern U.S.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

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

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This index helps inform Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions and provides insight into consumer spending patterns.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released monthly with a typical lag of about two weeks.

Related Trends

Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Nondurables Less Food in South (CUUS0300SANL1), retrieved from FRED.