Colombia Inflation Rate — 2026 CPI Data, Trend & Outlook
Colombia's inflation rate was 5.84% in May 2026, up from 5.68% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 5.05%.
Colombia's inflation rate stands at 5.84% as of May 2026. Over the latest readings, the inflation rate has moved within a band of 1.49% to 13.34%. The most recent figure of 5.84% is up from 5.68% a month earlier, and is 0.79% higher than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 193 economies tracked on this platform, Colombia ranks #44 on inflation rate by latest value. It rose from 5.68% in the previous month, and compares with a year-earlier 5.05%.
What's driving it
Inflation is shaped by energy and food prices, the exchange rate, wage growth and the stance of monetary policy; central banks lift interest rates to cool it and ease when it falls back toward target.
Recent readings
| Period | Inflation rate |
|---|---|
| May 2026 | 5.84% |
| Apr 2026 | 5.68% |
| Mar 2026 | 5.56% |
| Feb 2026 | 5.29% |
| Jan 2026 | 5.35% |
| Dec 2025 | 5.10% |
| Nov 2025 | 5.30% |
| Oct 2025 | 5.51% |
Data: Source: OECD (terms permit extract/distribute, incl. commercial, with citation). Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
What Is the Inflation Rate in Colombia Right Now (2026)?
Colombia's inflation rate was 5.84% in May 2026, up from 5.68% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 5.05%.
Is the inflation rate rising or falling in Colombia?
It rose in the latest reading — 5.84% in May 2026 versus 5.68% a month earlier. Year on year it is higher.
What is inflation rate?
It measures how fast consumer prices are rising, measured by the consumer price index (CPI).