The annual inflation rate for the United States was 2.3% for the 12 months ending April, compared to the previous rate increase of 2.4%, according to U.S. Labor Department data published on May 13, 2025. The next inflation update is scheduled for release on June 11 at 8:30 a.m. ET, providing information on the inflation| US Inflation Calculator
The Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) is provided by the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistic and is used to measure inflation. The CPI is calculated and released monthly and powers this site's always-current Inflation Calculator, among other things. The government agency last updated the CPI on February 12, and it covers the period up to January.| US Inflation Calculator