South Africa Consumer Price Index
Consumer price index (2010 = 100) FP.CPI.TOTL
South Africa's consumer price index was 214.12 in 2025, ranked 52nd globally. This represents a 5.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 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.
South Africa's Consumer Price Index has experienced significant fluctuations over the 66-year period from 1960 to 2025. The index has undergone a remarkable transformation, rising from its all-time trough of 1.78 in 1960 to an all-time peak of 214.12 in 2025. This upward trajectory is reflective of the country's economic growth and development, particularly in the post-apartheid era. Notably, South Africa's inflation rate has surpassed that of its peers, including Serbia, which ranks 46 globally with a CPI of 216.57. The country's inflation woes are more pronounced when compared to Botswana, another peer, which boasts a relatively lower CPI of 213.05. With a current CPI of 214.12, South Africa's inflation rate is poised to remain a pressing concern for policymakers. A sustained increase in productivity and a robust fiscal management framework would be crucial in steering the country's inflation trajectory away from its current trajectory.
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 |
Detected Pattern
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
South Africa's consumer price index was 214.12 in 2025. Ranked 52nd globally. This represents a 5.3% increase from the previous year.
South Africa's consumer price index peaked at 214.12 in 2025.
The lowest consumer price index in South Africa was 1.78 in 1960.
South Africa ranks 52nd globally in consumer price index as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FP.CPI.TOTL. Data sourced from World Bank.
South Africa's consumer price index is projected to reach 214.12 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The consumer price index of South Africa in 2025 was 214.12. This ranks 52nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_south-africa_consumer-price-index,
title = {South Africa Consumer Price Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/south-africa/consumer-price-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}