United States CPI (consumer price index) 2024: Interactive Chart & Historical Data

Current rate: 143.86 index (2024-01-01)

CPI (consumer price index) (measured in index) is a key measure of price stability and purchasing power in United States. It reflects how the cost of goods and services changes over time, influencing central bank policy, interest rates, and household budgets. Economists and policymakers track inflation indicators to gauge economic health, anticipate monetary tightening or easing, and assess real wage growth. In United States, CPI (consumer price index) is closely watched by businesses planning pricing strategies and investors evaluating bond market returns. Understanding inflation trends helps consumers make informed decisions about savings, mortgages, and long-term financial planning. The most recent data point shows 143.86 index as of 2024-01-01. This dataset spans 1960–2024, covering 65 annual observations. Data is sourced from World Bank and updated regularly on EconDash. Use EconDash's interactive chart to explore historical inflation trends, compare CPI (consumer price index) across multiple countries, and download data for further analysis.