Food price inflation in the U.S., May 2026: 2.7%
Food price inflation in the U.S. was 2.7% in May 2026, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Previous month (April 2026): 2.9% (-0.2 pp).
- A year earlier (May 2025): 2.2%.
- A newer figure is available: 1.8% in September 2026.
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Other countries in May 2026
| Country | Value |
|---|---|
| Canada | 3.79% |
| Japan | 3.5% |
| Australia | 3.3% |
| U.S. | 2.7% |
| Italy | 2.5% |
| UK | 2.2% |
| Spain | 2.2% |
| South Korea | 1.61% |
| France | 1.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% |
Other months
Source
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics