CPI-U in 2016
The U.S. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) averaged 240.007 in 2016 (1982–84 = 100), 1.3% above the 2015 average. From December 2015 to December 2016, prices rose 2.1%. Prices in August 2026 were 1.40 times their 2016 level.
Monthly CPI-U index values, 2016
The highest monthly index in 2016 was 241.729 (October), the lowest 236.916 (January). The 12-month inflation rate ranged from +0.8% in July to +2.1% in December. 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 2016 | 236.916 | +0.2% | +1.4% |
| February 2016 | 237.111 | +0.1% | +1.0% |
| March 2016 | 238.132 | +0.4% | +0.9% |
| April 2016 | 239.261 | +0.5% | +1.1% |
| May 2016 | 240.229 | +0.4% | +1.0% |
| June 2016 | 241.018 | +0.3% | +1.0% |
| July 2016 | 240.628 | −0.2% | +0.8% |
| August 2016 | 240.849 | +0.1% | +1.1% |
| September 2016 | 241.428 | +0.2% | +1.5% |
| October 2016 | 241.729 | +0.1% | +1.6% |
| November 2016 | 241.353 | −0.2% | +1.7% |
| December 2016 | 241.432 | 0.0% | +2.1% |
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 240.007 as published by the BLS.
CPI 2016: common questions
What was the CPI in 2016?
The CPI-U annual average for 2016 was 240.007 on the 1982–84 = 100 base. Monthly values ranged from 236.916 to 241.729.
What was the inflation rate in 2016?
Measured by annual averages, consumer prices rose 1.3% in 2016; December to December the change was +2.1%.
How much is $100 from 2016 worth today?
About $139.57 in August 2026 prices, based on the change in CPI-U. Use the inflation calculator for other amounts.