In Latvia, the most important category in the consumer price index is Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages (26 percent of total weight). Housing and Utilities accounts for 17 percent; Transport for 14 percent; Alcoholic beverages and Tobacco for 8 percent; Recreation and Culture for 7 percent; Health for 6 percent; and Clothing and Footwear for 5 percent. Miscellaneous Goods and Services; Furniture, Household Equipment and Maintenance; Restaurants and Hotels; Communication; and Education account for the remaining 17 percent of total weight.