CPI-U in 2022
The U.S. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) averaged 292.655 in 2022 (1982–84 = 100), 8.0% above the 2021 average. From December 2021 to December 2022, prices rose 6.5%. Prices in August 2026 were 1.14 times their 2022 level.
Monthly CPI-U index values, 2022
The highest monthly index in 2022 was 298.012 (October), the lowest 281.148 (January). The 12-month inflation rate ranged from +6.5% in December to +9.1% in June. Historical context — Post-COVID surge (2021–2023): Inflation peaked at 9.1% in June 2022, the highest since 1981.
| Month | CPI-U index | Change from prior month | 12-month change |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2022 | 281.148 | +0.8% | +7.5% |
| February 2022 | 283.716 | +0.9% | +7.9% |
| March 2022 | 287.504 | +1.3% | +8.5% |
| April 2022 | 289.109 | +0.6% | +8.3% |
| May 2022 | 292.296 | +1.1% | +8.6% |
| June 2022 | 296.311 | +1.4% | +9.1% |
| July 2022 | 296.276 | 0.0% | +8.5% |
| August 2022 | 296.171 | 0.0% | +8.3% |
| September 2022 | 296.808 | +0.2% | +8.2% |
| October 2022 | 298.012 | +0.4% | +7.7% |
| November 2022 | 297.711 | −0.1% | +7.1% |
| December 2022 | 296.797 | −0.3% | +6.5% |
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 292.655 as published by the BLS.
CPI 2022: common questions
What was the CPI in 2022?
The CPI-U annual average for 2022 was 292.655 on the 1982–84 = 100 base. Monthly values ranged from 281.148 to 298.012.
What was the inflation rate in 2022?
Measured by annual averages, consumer prices rose 8.0% in 2022; December to December the change was +6.5%.
How much is $100 from 2022 worth today?
About $114.46 in August 2026 prices, based on the change in CPI-U. Use the inflation calculator for other amounts.