Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Household Operations in U.S. City Average
CWUR0000SEHP • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
275.16
Year-over-Year Change
7.64%
Date Range
12/1/1997 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Household Operations measures changes in the cost of maintaining a household, including expenses like utilities, household supplies, and domestic services. It 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
The Household Operations index is a component of the broader Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks changes in the prices paid by urban consumers for a representative basket of goods and services. Economists and policymakers closely monitor the CPI and its subcomponents to assess the overall cost of living and inflationary pressures in the U.S. economy.
Methodology
The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of households and businesses to calculate the Household Operations index on a monthly basis.
Historical Context
The Household Operations index is used to inform monetary policy decisions and analyze household budgets and consumer spending patterns.
Key Facts
- The Household Operations index has a base year of 1982-84 = 100.
- Household Operations accounts for approximately 7.6% of the total CPI basket.
- Utility prices, such as electricity and natural gas, are a major component of the Household Operations index.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Consumer Price Index for Household Operations measures changes in the cost of maintaining a household, including utilities, household supplies, and domestic services.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Household Operations index is a key component of the broader Consumer Price Index, which is a widely-used indicator of inflation and consumer purchasing power. It helps economists and policymakers assess inflationary pressures and the overall cost of living.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of households and businesses to calculate the Household Operations index on a monthly basis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Household Operations index, along with the broader CPI, is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to inform monetary policy decisions and analyze consumer spending patterns.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Household Operations index is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of about two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Household Operations in U.S. City Average (CWUR0000SEHP), retrieved from FRED.