CPI-U in 2010
The U.S. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) averaged 218.056 in 2010 (1982–84 = 100), 1.6% above the 2009 average. From December 2009 to December 2010, prices rose 1.5%. Prices in August 2026 were 1.54 times their 2010 level.
Monthly CPI-U index values, 2010
The highest monthly index in 2010 was 219.179 (December), the lowest 216.687 (January). The 12-month inflation rate ranged from +1.1% in June to +2.6% in January. Historical context — The low-inflation decade (2010–2020): Inflation mostly ran below 2.5% a year.
| Month | CPI-U index | Change from prior month | 12-month change |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2010 | 216.687 | +0.3% | +2.6% |
| February 2010 | 216.741 | 0.0% | +2.1% |
| March 2010 | 217.631 | +0.4% | +2.3% |
| April 2010 | 218.009 | +0.2% | +2.2% |
| May 2010 | 218.178 | +0.1% | +2.0% |
| June 2010 | 217.965 | −0.1% | +1.1% |
| July 2010 | 218.011 | 0.0% | +1.2% |
| August 2010 | 218.312 | +0.1% | +1.1% |
| September 2010 | 218.439 | +0.1% | +1.1% |
| October 2010 | 218.711 | +0.1% | +1.2% |
| November 2010 | 218.803 | 0.0% | +1.1% |
| December 2010 | 219.179 | +0.2% | +1.5% |
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 218.056 as published by the BLS.
CPI 2010: common questions
What was the CPI in 2010?
The CPI-U annual average for 2010 was 218.056 on the 1982–84 = 100 base. Monthly values ranged from 216.687 to 219.179.
What was the inflation rate in 2010?
Measured by annual averages, consumer prices rose 1.6% in 2010; December to December the change was +1.5%.
How much is $100 from 2010 worth today?
About $153.62 in August 2026 prices, based on the change in CPI-U. Use the inflation calculator for other amounts.