Insurance Guide Cost Tracker
Real monthly price data from US government sources (FRED, Bureau of Labor Statistics). Updated automatically each month.
Last updated: March 28, 2026 · Data: Federal Reserve / BLS
These indices track the real cost of materials and labor that go into home renovation projects, sourced directly from US government agencies. When an index rises, contractor quotes typically follow within 1–3 months — materials get passed through to the homeowner. Use the trend charts to gauge whether prices are climbing, stabilizing, or pulling back before locking in a quote or signing a contract.
Household Insurance CPI
Source: BLS via FREDConsumer Price Index for household insurance (homeowners, renters, and vehicle) — base 1982-84=100.
Homeowners Insurance CPI
Source: BLS via FREDConsumer Price Index for homeowners insurance (base 1982-84=100).
Medical Care Services CPI
Source: BLS via FREDConsumer Price Index for medical care services — key driver of health insurance premiums.
All data is sourced from official US government databases: the Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED), the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Charts show up to 18 months of monthly observations. Index values use the BLS base period (1982-84=100 unless noted).