Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Private Transportation in South
CUUS0300SAT1 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
273.89
Year-over-Year Change
31.72%
Date Range
1/1/1984 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Private Transportation in South measures the change in prices paid by consumers in the southern United States for private transportation goods and services. This metric is a key indicator of consumer inflation trends in the regional transportation sector.
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 Private Transportation CPI tracks the prices of items like vehicle purchases, gasoline, vehicle maintenance and repairs, and other costs associated with private transportation in the southern United States. This data is used by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to understand regional consumer price dynamics.
Methodology
The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of southern households to calculate this seasonally adjusted index.
Historical Context
The Private Transportation CPI helps inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions that can impact the southern transportation market.
Key Facts
- The index has a base period of 1982-84=100.
- Prices are collected from approximately 23,000 retail and service establishments.
- The data is released monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Private Transportation CPI measures changes in the prices paid by consumers in the southern United States for goods and services related to private transportation, such as vehicle purchases, gasoline, and maintenance.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This regional CPI metric is important for understanding inflationary pressures and consumer behavior in the southern transportation market, which can inform policy decisions and business strategies.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of southern households to calculate this seasonally adjusted index.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Private Transportation CPI helps inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions that can impact the southern transportation market, such as interest rates, infrastructure investments, and consumer subsidies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Private Transportation CPI data is released 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: Private Transportation in South (CUUS0300SAT1), retrieved from FRED.