Inflation Rate (CPI) vs Unemployment Rate

Inflation Rate (CPI)

Consumer Price Index YoY change

4.3%
+8.10%
High Inflation
334 330 327 Feb'26 Mar'26 Apr'26

Unemployment Rate

US unemployment rate

4.2%
-2.33%
Normal
4.4 4.3 4.2 Feb'26 Mar'26 Apr'26 May'26

Indicator Comparison

Inflation Rate (CPI) Unemployment Rate
Current 4.3% 4.2%
Change +8.10% -2.33%
Status High Inflation Normal
Data Source FRED CPIAUCSL FRED UNRATE
Update Frequency Monthly Monthly
Last Updated May 1, 2026 June 1, 2026