Consumer price inflation in the U.S., August 2026: 3.4%
Consumer price inflation in the U.S. was 3.4% in August 2026, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Previous month (July 2026): 3.4% (unchanged).
- A year earlier (August 2025): 2.9%.
- A newer figure is available: 3.7% in September 2026.
Latest figure and full history
Other countries in August 2026
| Country | Value |
|---|---|
| Spain | 4.6% |
| Australia | 4% |
| U.S. | 3.4% |
| Italy | 3.2% |
| UK | 3.1% |
| South Korea | 3.1% |
| Canada | 3.03% |
| Germany | 2.9% |
| France | 2.6% |
| Japan | 2% |
Other months
Source
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics