Where was inflation the highest in September? Boston and Chicago ranked near the top

Published On Oct 18, 2024, 6:00 AM

In September, inflation rates in the U.S. varied significantly by region, with the Northeast showing the highest inflation rate of 3.4%, driven mainly by cities like Chicago and Boston. Chicago recorded the highest inflation of major metro areas at 4.1%, while Boston followed with a 3.4% rate. Nationally, the inflation rate stood at 2.4%. Other regions, including the South and West, saw lower inflation rates, with the South at 2.1% and the West at 2.1% as well, indicating a widespread but uneven inflationary trend across the country.