U.S. Inflation Rate

Inflation is a general increase in prices and a decrease in the purchasing power of money. It is measured as the rate of change in a basket of goods and services over time. A positive inflation rate means that the prices are rising, while a negative inflation rate means that the prices are falling.

  • The United States had an annual inflation rate of 2.7% for the 12 months ending in December. This data was published on Jan 13, 2025.
  • This 2.7% inflation rate is unchanged from November 2025.
  • Due to the lapse in government services, the next CPI release date may change.

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