DEFINITION of 'Consumer Price Index-CPI'. A measure that examines the weighted average of prices of a basket of consumer goods and services, such as transportation, food and medical care.The CPI is calculated by taking price changes for each item in the predetermined basket of goods and averaging them; the goods are weighted according to their importance.EFINITION of 'Consumer Price Index-CPI'. A measure that examines the weighted average of prices of a basket of consumer goods and services, such as transportation, food and medical care.
Quick Answer. As of 2015, the average cost of a 5-mile tow ranges from $35 to $125, which averages out to $7 to $25 per mile. This price includes the base rate of the truck, also known as the hook-up fee. Continue Reading.
Typical costs: 1  Renting a tow dolly typically costs $40-$60 a day, depending on location and if the trip is one-way or if the dolly is picked up and dropped off at the same site. 2  Buying a tow dolly can cost $1,000-$4,500, depending on towing capacity, size, quality of materials and other options. For example, the Roadmaster RM3477 Tow Dolly with built-in electric brakes sells for $1,600 -$2,000, and can tow a vehicle weighing up to 4,250 pounds.