Papua New Guinea Consumer Price Index
Consumer price index (2010 = 100) FP.CPI.TOTL
Papua New Guinea's consumer price index was 193.49 in 2025, ranked 62nd globally. This represents a 4.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1971–2025.
Overview
Papua New Guinea's consumer price index stood at 193.49 in 2025, a rise of +8.44 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 193.49 by 2025. Papua New Guinea ranked 62nd globally.
Papua New Guinea's Consumer Price Index has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 55 years, with the latest reading standing at 193.49. This marks an all-time high, surpassing the previous peak of 5.50 recorded in 1971, representing a substantial increase of nearly 3,500 times. The country's CPI has consistently ranked around the 62nd position globally, a position it shares with peers such as Georgia, with a slight edge. The sharp rise in CPI since 1971 may be attributed to various economic factors, including inflation, exchange rates, and cost of living. The most recent reading indicates a sustained period of high inflation in Papua New Guinea, with no signs of a significant decline. As the country continues to grapple with economic challenges, a sustained reduction in import costs, stabilisation of the national currency, or a shift towards more diversified economic growth could potentially alter the trajectory of the CPI trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Consumer Price Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 204.73 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 199.11 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 193.49 | - | - |
| 2025 | 193.49 | +8.44 | #62 |
| 2024 | 185.06 | +1.11 | #115 |
| 2023 | 183.95 | +4.13 | #120 |
| 2022 | 179.81 | +8.97 | #124 |
| 2021 | 170.84 | +7.33 | #127 |
| 2020 | 163.51 | +7.60 | #127 |
| 2019 | 155.91 | +5.89 | #134 |
| 2018 | 150.02 | +6.29 | #133 |
| 2017 | 143.73 | +7.39 | #131 |
| 2016 | 136.34 | +8.53 | #131 |
| 2015 | 127.81 | +7.23 | #127 |
| 2014 | 120.58 | +5.98 | #121 |
| 2013 | 114.60 | +5.42 | #114 |
| 2012 | 109.18 | +4.74 | #102 |
| 2011 | 104.44 | +4.44 | #87 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Papua New Guinea matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw consumer price index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Papua New Guinea's consumer price index was 193.49 in 2025. Ranked 62nd globally. This represents a 4.6% increase from the previous year.
Papua New Guinea's consumer price index peaked at 193.49 in 2025.
The lowest consumer price index in Papua New Guinea was 5.50 in 1971.
Papua New Guinea ranks 62nd globally in consumer price index as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FP.CPI.TOTL. Data sourced from World Bank.
Papua New Guinea's consumer price index is projected to reach 193.49 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The consumer price index of Papua New Guinea in 2025 was 193.49. This ranks 62nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_papua-new-guinea_consumer-price-index,
title = {Papua New Guinea Consumer Price Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/papua-new-guinea/consumer-price-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}