About Keeping Up With Inflation

keepingupwithinflation.com exists for one reason: to make everyday inflation data accessible, understandable, and actionable for regular people — not just economists.

We track prices across the categories that matter most to American households: groceries, rent, gas, insurance, dining out, childcare, healthcare, and more. Our goal isn't to predict the future; it's to clearly show what's happening right now.

Data Sources

• Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) — Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, released monthly
• USDA Economic Research Service — Food price data and agricultural forecasts
• AAA Gas Prices — National and regional fuel price data
• Zillow & Apartment List — Rental and housing market indexes
• Industry Reports — Insurance, healthcare, and subscription pricing from public filings and surveys

How We Categorize

Each item is tagged with a trend — up, down, or flat — based on year-over-year and month-over-month changes. Items tagged “inflated” show year-over-year increases above 3%. Items tagged “not inflated” are flat or declining.

Price Examples

“Then vs. Now” comparisons use approximate national average prices from publicly available data. “Then” typically refers to 12–18 months prior. These are illustrative — your local prices will vary.

Limitations

This site is for informational and educational purposes only. We are not financial advisors. Price data is approximate and may not reflect your specific region or circumstances.