Food price inflation in the U.S., March 2026: 1.9%
Food price inflation in the U.S. was 1.9% in March 2026, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Previous month (February 2026): 2.4% (-0.5 pp).
- A year earlier (March 2025): 2.4%.
- A newer figure is available: 1.8% in September 2026.
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Other countries in March 2026
| Country | Value |
|---|---|
| Canada | 3.97% |
| UK | 3.7% |
| Japan | 3.6% |
| Australia | 3.1% |
| Spain | 2.7% |
| Italy | 2.6% |
| U.S. | 1.9% |
| France | 1.4% |
| Germany | 1.2% |
| South Korea | 0.51% |
Other months
Source
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics