CPI-U in 2020
The U.S. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) averaged 258.811 in 2020 (1982–84 = 100), 1.2% above the 2019 average. From December 2019 to December 2020, prices rose 1.4%. Prices in August 2026 were 1.29 times their 2020 level.
Monthly CPI-U index values, 2020
The highest monthly index in 2020 was 260.474 (December), the lowest 256.389 (April). The 12-month inflation rate ranged from +0.1% in May to +2.5% 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 2020 | 257.971 | +0.4% | +2.5% |
| February 2020 | 258.678 | +0.3% | +2.3% |
| March 2020 | 258.115 | −0.2% | +1.5% |
| April 2020 | 256.389 | −0.7% | +0.3% |
| May 2020 | 256.394 | 0.0% | +0.1% |
| June 2020 | 257.797 | +0.5% | +0.6% |
| July 2020 | 259.101 | +0.5% | +1.0% |
| August 2020 | 259.918 | +0.3% | +1.3% |
| September 2020 | 260.280 | +0.1% | +1.4% |
| October 2020 | 260.388 | 0.0% | +1.2% |
| November 2020 | 260.229 | −0.1% | +1.2% |
| December 2020 | 260.474 | +0.1% | +1.4% |
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 258.811 as published by the BLS.
CPI 2020: common questions
What was the CPI in 2020?
The CPI-U annual average for 2020 was 258.811 on the 1982–84 = 100 base. Monthly values ranged from 256.389 to 260.474.
What was the inflation rate in 2020?
Measured by annual averages, consumer prices rose 1.2% in 2020; December to December the change was +1.4%.
How much is $100 from 2020 worth today?
About $129.43 in August 2026 prices, based on the change in CPI-U. Use the inflation calculator for other amounts.