CPI-U in 2019
The U.S. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) averaged 255.657 in 2019 (1982–84 = 100), 1.8% above the 2018 average. From December 2018 to December 2019, prices rose 2.3%. Prices in August 2026 were 1.31 times their 2019 level.
Monthly CPI-U index values, 2019
The highest monthly index in 2019 was 257.346 (October), the lowest 251.712 (January). The 12-month inflation rate ranged from +1.5% in February to +2.3% 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 2019 | 251.712 | +0.2% | +1.6% |
| February 2019 | 252.776 | +0.4% | +1.5% |
| March 2019 | 254.202 | +0.6% | +1.9% |
| April 2019 | 255.548 | +0.5% | +2.0% |
| May 2019 | 256.092 | +0.2% | +1.8% |
| June 2019 | 256.143 | 0.0% | +1.6% |
| July 2019 | 256.571 | +0.2% | +1.8% |
| August 2019 | 256.558 | 0.0% | +1.7% |
| September 2019 | 256.759 | +0.1% | +1.7% |
| October 2019 | 257.346 | +0.2% | +1.8% |
| November 2019 | 257.208 | −0.1% | +2.1% |
| December 2019 | 256.974 | −0.1% | +2.3% |
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 255.657 as published by the BLS.
CPI 2019: common questions
What was the CPI in 2019?
The CPI-U annual average for 2019 was 255.657 on the 1982–84 = 100 base. Monthly values ranged from 251.712 to 257.346.
What was the inflation rate in 2019?
Measured by annual averages, consumer prices rose 1.8% in 2019; December to December the change was +2.3%.
How much is $100 from 2019 worth today?
About $131.03 in August 2026 prices, based on the change in CPI-U. Use the inflation calculator for other amounts.