U.S. indicators
How fast are energy prices for consumers rising in the West (Census region)?
In Sep 2026 the consumer price index for energy (CPI-U) in the West (Census region) was 432.68 (index 1982-84 = 100), +17.6 percent from a year earlier; 296 monthly values since Jan 2002.
How fast are energy prices for consumers rising in the West (Census region)?
In Sep 2026 the consumer price index for energy (CPI-U) in the West (Census region) was 432.68 (index 1982-84 = 100), +17.6 percent from a year earlier; 296 monthly values since Jan 2002. Latest record →
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Other indicators for the West (Census region)
Consumer prices (CPI-U, all items) · Core consumer prices (CPI-U less food and energy) · Gasoline consumer prices (CPI-U) · Electricity consumer prices (CPI-U) · Utility gas consumer prices (CPI-U)
Source: bls_cpi. Values as published; monthly figures.
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