US Consumer Price Index, 1947 to 2026
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About this statistic
The Consumer Price Index measures the average change in prices paid by urban consumers for a representative basket of goods and services. It is the most widely cited inflation gauge in the United States.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the inflation rate?
This is the index level. The commonly quoted inflation rate is its year-over-year percent change.
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