CPI-U in 1915
The U.S. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) averaged 10.1 in 1915 (1982–84 = 100), 1.0% above the 1914 average. From December 1914 to December 1915, prices rose 2.0%. Prices in August 2026 were 33.17 times their 1915 level.
Monthly CPI-U index values, 1915
The highest monthly index in 1915 was 10.3 (December), the lowest 9.9 (March). The 12-month inflation rate ranged from −1.0% in August to +2.0% in April. 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 1915 | 10.1 | 0.0% | +1.0% |
| February 1915 | 10.0 | −1.0% | +1.0% |
| March 1915 | 9.9 | −1.0% | 0.0% |
| April 1915 | 10.0 | +1.0% | +2.0% |
| May 1915 | 10.1 | +1.0% | +2.0% |
| June 1915 | 10.1 | 0.0% | +2.0% |
| July 1915 | 10.1 | 0.0% | +1.0% |
| August 1915 | 10.1 | 0.0% | −1.0% |
| September 1915 | 10.1 | 0.0% | −1.0% |
| October 1915 | 10.2 | +1.0% | +1.0% |
| November 1915 | 10.3 | +1.0% | +1.0% |
| December 1915 | 10.3 | 0.0% | +2.0% |
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 10.1 as published by the BLS.
CPI 1915: common questions
What was the CPI in 1915?
The CPI-U annual average for 1915 was 10.1 on the 1982–84 = 100 base. Monthly values ranged from 9.9 to 10.3.
What was the inflation rate in 1915?
Measured by annual averages, consumer prices rose 1.0% in 1915; December to December the change was +2.0%.
How much is $100 from 1915 worth today?
About $3,316.63 in August 2026 prices, based on the change in CPI-U. Use the inflation calculator for other amounts.