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In January 2018, BLS will introduce a new geographic area sample for the Consumer Price Index. As part of the new sample, the index for this area will be renamed. The first indexes using the new structure will be published in February 2018. Additional information on the geographic revision is available at: www.bls.gov/cpi/additional-resources/geographic-revision-2018.htm. To access FAQ's about the geographic revision please visit: https://www.bls.gov/regions/midwest/factsheet/cpi-2018-geographic-revision-factsheet.htm