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Consumer Price Index (CPI)

Measures the average change in prices paid by consumers for goods and services. The primary gauge of inflation, published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Higher CPI means your money buys less.

332.41
Updated 2026-04-01

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10-Year Statistics

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332.41
10-Year High
332.41
10-Year Low
239.56

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CPI?

Measures the average change in prices paid by consumers for goods and services. The primary gauge of inflation, published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Higher CPI means your money buys less.

How often is CPI updated?

This data is updated automatically from FRED (Federal Reserve Economic Data). Most rates are updated daily or weekly. Check back regularly for the latest figures.

How does CPI affect me?

CPI influences borrowing costs, savings rates, and investment returns. When rates rise, mortgages and loans become more expensive; when they fall, borrowing becomes cheaper and existing bonds lose value.

Where does this data come from?

All data is sourced from FRED (Federal Reserve Economic Data), the official economic database maintained by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. FRED provides free access to US economic and financial data.

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