CPI-U in 1914
The U.S. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) averaged 10.0 in 1914 (1982–84 = 100), 1.0% above the 1913 average. From December 1913 to December 1914, prices rose 1.0%. Prices in August 2026 were 33.50 times their 1914 level.
Monthly CPI-U index values, 1914
The highest monthly index in 1914 was 10.2 (November), the lowest 9.8 (April). The 12-month inflation rate ranged from 0.0% in April to +3.0% in August. Historical context — Pre-war stability (1913–1916): Prices were broadly flat before the United States entered World War I.
| Month | CPI-U index | Change from prior month | 12-month change |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1914 | 10.0 | 0.0% | +2.0% |
| February 1914 | 9.9 | −1.0% | +1.0% |
| March 1914 | 9.9 | 0.0% | +1.0% |
| April 1914 | 9.8 | −1.0% | 0.0% |
| May 1914 | 9.9 | +1.0% | +2.1% |
| June 1914 | 9.9 | 0.0% | +1.0% |
| July 1914 | 10.0 | +1.0% | +1.0% |
| August 1914 | 10.2 | +2.0% | +3.0% |
| September 1914 | 10.2 | 0.0% | +2.0% |
| October 1914 | 10.1 | −1.0% | +1.0% |
| November 1914 | 10.2 | +1.0% | +1.0% |
| December 1914 | 10.1 | −1.0% | +1.0% |
CPI-U, U.S. city average, all items, not seasonally adjusted, 1982–84 = 100 (BLS series CUUR0000SA0). Before 2007 the BLS published the index to one decimal place. Annual average 10.0 as published by the BLS.
CPI 1914: common questions
What was the CPI in 1914?
The CPI-U annual average for 1914 was 10.0 on the 1982–84 = 100 base. Monthly values ranged from 9.8 to 10.2.
What was the inflation rate in 1914?
Measured by annual averages, consumer prices rose 1.0% in 1914; December to December the change was +1.0%.
How much is $100 from 1914 worth today?
About $3,349.80 in August 2026 prices, based on the change in CPI-U. Use the inflation calculator for other amounts.