US CPI for West South Central Division
US CPI for West South Central Division stood at 132.17 in Sep 2026, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) — Consumer Price Index (CPI-U). It is one of the indicators in the CPI by region and metropolitan area table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Dec 2017 to Sep 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the CPI by region and metropolitan area table
| Indicator | 09-2026 | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Region | 325.12 | 323.39 | 322.64 | 322.28 | 323.71 | 322.17 | 319.64 | 315.69 | 314.74 | 313.68 | |
| West South Central Division | 132.17 | 131.4 | 130.87 | 130.54 | 131.68 | 131.43 | 130.49 | 128.29 | 127.71 | 127.33 | |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria (DC-VA-MD-WV) | 338.73 | 335.72 | 334.71 | 330.28 | 326.89 |
Understanding US CPI for West South Central Division
This regional indicator measures the average change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers for a representative market basket of goods and services within the West South Central division. Covering metropolitan and urban centers across states such as Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas, it tracks key expenditure categories including shelter, energy, and groceries while explicitly excluding rural consumption patterns and corporate capital goods. Researchers frequently contrast this metric with national consumer price measures or adjacent southern division data, though its primary analytical value lies in capturing localized cost-of-living dynamics driven by distinct regional labor markets and energy sectors.
When analyzing this data series, users should follow the standard monthly release rhythm and be mindful of inherent seasonal fluctuations, particularly in utility rates and motor fuel prices. To filter out temporary volatility caused by weather events or regional supply bottlenecks, economists recommend focusing on the annual percentage change rather than month-on-month shifts. Additionally, analysts must remember that localized sample sizes are smaller than those for the national total, making the series prone to periodic methodological adjustments and minor revisions in subsequent releases.