How do you feel about the current U.S. inflation rate?
Price Pressure Hits America: US Inflation Ticks Up to 2.4% in May
The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed a year-over-year inflation rate of 2.4% in May 2025, slightly higher than April’s 2.3%. On a monthly basis, prices rose just 0.1%, signaling relatively stable price growth. However, core CPI, which excludes volatile food and energy costs, remains elevated at 2.8% year-over-year. While this suggests inflation is under better control compared to the pandemic-era highs, it still sits above the Federal Reserve’s long-term 2% target. Recent data shows mixed signals for rate cuts later this year, as policymakers weigh persistent core inflation against slowing consumer price gains overall. With Americans still feeling the pinch in key categories like housing and services, the inflation debate continues to shape both economic policy and household budgets. This poll asks how the public views the current state of inflation and its impact.
Options
- It’s too high
- It’s about right
- It’s too low
- Not sure