Inflation Calculator
See how inflation erodes your purchasing power over time.
Calculate Inflation ImpactHow Inflation Erodes Your Money
At 3% average inflation, here's what $100 today will buy in the future:
$74
In 10 years
$55
In 20 years
$41
In 30 years
$31
In 40 years
Your $100 loses nearly 70% of its purchasing power over 40 years!
Real-World Price Changes
Average Home Price
1990:$150,000
2000:$207,000
2010:$272,000
2024:$420,000
Gallon of Gas
1990:$1.15
2000:$1.51
2010:$2.78
2024:$3.50
Frequently Asked Questions
What is inflation?▼
Inflation is the rate prices rise over time, reducing purchasing power.
What was $100 worth in 1990?▼
$100 in 1990 had the purchasing power of about $240 today.
How can I protect my savings from inflation?▼
Invest in assets that earn more than inflation (~3%): stocks, I-Bonds, or real estate.
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