Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Tobacco and Smoking Products in U.S. City Average
CWUR0000SEGA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,657.68
Year-over-Year Change
6.51%
Date Range
1/1/1947 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Tobacco and Smoking Products in U.S. City Average tracks changes in the retail prices paid by consumers for tobacco and smoking products. This key economic indicator provides insights into inflationary trends and consumer behavior.
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 series measures the price changes over time of tobacco and smoking products purchased by urban wage earners and clerical workers in the United States. It is a component of the broader Consumer Price Index, one of the most widely followed measures of inflation.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of retail establishments and calculated using a weighted average of price changes.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor this index to understand broader consumer spending patterns and inflationary pressures.
Key Facts
- The index has a base year of 1982-1984 = 100.
- Tobacco and smoking products account for around 1% of the overall CPI basket.
- Prices for this category have risen faster than the overall CPI in recent years.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index measures changes in the retail prices paid by consumers for tobacco and smoking products in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This series provides insights into inflationary pressures and consumer spending patterns, which are important for policymakers and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of retail establishments and calculated using a weighted average of price changes.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this index to understand broader consumer spending patterns and inflationary pressures.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical release lag of around two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Tobacco and Smoking Products in U.S. City Average (CWUR0000SEGA), retrieved from FRED.