What's Money Really Worth?

See how inflation erodes buying power over time, using official CPI data.

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Buying Power Calculator

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Purchasing Power Loss

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Annual Inflation Rate

Year-on-year CPI change
● Below 2% (low) ● 2–4% (moderate) ● Above 4% (high) ● Negative (deflation)
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Highest Inflation Years

Top 5 worst years for your region
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Then vs Now

What everyday amounts looked like at different times

Based on CPI data. Actual prices vary by category.