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South Africa Consumer Price Index

Consumer price index (2010 = 100)  FP.CPI.TOTL

214.12 +10.72 (+5.3%)
Year 2025 Rank #52 Global Peak 214.12 (2025) Source World Bank

South Africa Consumer Price Index (1960–2025)

Overview

South Africa's consumer price index stood at 214.12 in 2025, a rise of +10.72 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 214.12 by 2025. South Africa ranked 52nd globally.

Data & projection

Year Consumer Price Index YoY change Rank
2027* trend 234.50 - -
2026* trend 224.31 - -
2025* trend 214.12 - -
2025 214.12 +10.72 #52
2024 203.40 +8.50 #123
2023 194.90 +11.16 #126
2022 183.73 +12.08 #128
2021 171.65 +7.58 #128
2020 164.07 +5.14 #129
2019 158.93 +6.26 #137
2018 152.67 +6.59 #136
2017 146.08 +7.20 #136
2016 138.88 +8.60 #140
2015 130.28 +5.63 #133
2014 124.65 +7.20 #133
2013 117.44 +6.42 #129
2012 111.03 +6.02 #123
2011 105.00 +5.00 #103
Show all years (1960-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +14.4% GDP growth 3.2% C/A balance 0.0%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

South Africa matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1994. 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

What is South Africa's consumer price index?

South Africa's consumer price index was 214.12 in 2025. Ranked 52nd globally. This represents a 5.3% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest consumer price index in South Africa?

South Africa's consumer price index peaked at 214.12 in 2025.

What was the lowest consumer price index in South Africa?

The lowest consumer price index in South Africa was 1.78 in 1960.

How does South Africa rank in consumer price index?

South Africa ranks 52nd globally in consumer price index as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for consumer price index?

The World Bank indicator code is FP.CPI.TOTL. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected consumer price index of South Africa in 2025?

South Africa's consumer price index is projected to reach 214.12 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the consumer price index of South Africa in 2025?

The consumer price index of South Africa in 2025 was 214.12. This ranks 52nd in the world.

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