2011 Methodology Statement: Consumer Spending Database
Date Published: 05-15-2012
Summary:
This white paper details Esri's methodology for Consumer Spending data.
Description:
Esri has combined the latest Consumer Expenditure Surveys (CEX), 2006–2007, from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to estimate current spending patterns. The continuing surveys include a Diary Survey for daily purchases and an Interview Survey for general purchases. The Diary Survey represents record keeping by consumer units for two consecutive weeklong periods.
Supporting Files:
- 2011 Methodology Statement: Consumer Spending Database - PDF - 210 kb
