Where Inflation Has Hit the Hardest (2000–2025)

What We're Showing

This graphic shows U.S. inflation by category, based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Key Takeaways

• Overall U.S. inflation has increased 92% over the past 25 years.
• The cost of many essentials, like hospital services, childcare, medical care, housing, and even the cost of food, are rising at a faster rate than inflation overall.
• Meanwhile, the cost of technology (software, TVs, toys) is generally becoming cheaper on a relative basis.