National Debt to GDP vs Inflation Rate (CPI)

National Debt to GDP

US federal debt as % of GDP

121.2%
-1.13%
Elevated
122 122 121

Inflation Rate (CPI)

Consumer Price Index YoY change

4.0%
+1.77%
High Inflation
336 331 327 Feb'26 Mar'26 Apr'26 May'26 Jun'26 Jul'26 Aug'26

Indicator Comparison

National Debt to GDP Inflation Rate (CPI)
Current 121.2% 4.0%
Change -1.13% +1.77%
Status Elevated High Inflation
Data Source FRED GFDEGDQ188S FRED CPIAUCSL
Update Frequency Quarterly Monthly
Last Updated April 1, 2026 September 1, 2026