Palau Consumer Price Index
Consumer price index (2010 = 100) FP.CPI.TOTL
Palau's consumer price index was 175.09 in 2025, ranked 81st globally. This represents a 8.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2001–2025.
Overview
Palau's consumer price index stood at 175.09 in 2025, a rise of +13.64 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 175.09 by 2025. Palau ranked 81st globally.
Palau's Consumer Price Index (CPI) has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 25 years, with a notable all-time peak of 175.09 in 2025 and a trough of 73.11 in 2002. The country's CPI ranking globally has varied, but it currently stands at 81. In comparison, Tonga's CPI has been relatively similar, reaching 177.27 in 2025, suggesting a parallel trend in price increases for both nations. The CPI has generally trended upwards since 2001, when the index was 74.07. This upward movement is consistent with other Pacific island nations, which have been experiencing rising prices due to increased demand and supply chain disruptions. The CPI in Palau is expected to continue rising, potentially driven by ongoing global economic pressures and inflationary trends, which could be mitigated by the country's efforts to develop its tourism industry and diversify its economy.
Data & projection
| Year | Consumer Price Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 197.76 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 186.42 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 175.09 | - | - |
| 2025 | 175.09 | +13.64 | #81 |
| 2024 | 161.44 | +3.52 | #90 |
| 2023 | 157.92 | +17.94 | #95 |
| 2022 | 139.97 | +15.39 | #87 |
| 2021 | 124.58 | +3.17 | #76 |
| 2020 | 121.41 | +0.26 | #75 |
| 2019 | 121.15 | +0.32 | #81 |
| 2018 | 120.83 | +2.50 | #86 |
| 2017 | 118.33 | +1.65 | #86 |
| 2016 | 116.67 | −1.23 | #91 |
| 2015 | 117.90 | +1.11 | #103 |
| 2014 | 116.80 | +4.70 | #105 |
| 2013 | 112.10 | +3.64 | #98 |
| 2012 | 108.46 | +3.78 | #92 |
| 2011 | 104.67 | +4.67 | #92 |
Analysis
Palau's consumer price index was 175.09 in 2025, a rise of +13.64 from 2024. Based on trends, estimated 175.09 by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Palau's consumer price index was 175.09 in 2025. Ranked 81st globally. This represents a 8.5% increase from the previous year.
Palau's consumer price index peaked at 175.09 in 2025.
The lowest consumer price index in Palau was 73.11 in 2002.
Palau ranks 81st globally in consumer price index as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FP.CPI.TOTL. Data sourced from World Bank.
Palau's consumer price index is projected to reach 175.09 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The consumer price index of Palau in 2025 was 175.09. This ranks 81st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_palau_consumer-price-index,
title = {Palau Consumer Price Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/palau/consumer-price-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}