Prices are now 2.2x higher than in 1995
In 1995, a dozen eggs cost $0.92, a gallon of gas cost $1.15 and a gallon of milk cost $2.48.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, something that cost $100 in 1995 costs about $221.09 today. The inflation rate in 1995 was 2.8%, and total inflation from 1995 to September 2026 was 121%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 1995 was for heating oil (up 200%), and the biggest drop was for boneless pork chops (down 52%).
| Dozen eggs | $0.92 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $1.15 → $4.48 |
| Gallon of milk | $2.48 → $4.11 |
| Pound of bread | $0.79 → $1.83 |
| Pound of ground beef | $1.37 → $6.79 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.04 → $9.33 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $221.09 |
Biggest price changes since 1995
The lists below break down price changes by item.
Each list shows average prices in 1995 compared to the price today. These are the actual prices people paid on average. For comparison, prices overall rose 121% between 1995 and September 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 121% inflation between 1995 and September 2026.
More inflation
- Heating oil563% higher200% higherWas $0.89 in 1995, now $5.92 per gallonWas $1.98 in today's dollars, now $5.92 per gallon
- Ground beef396% higher124% higherWas $1.37 in 1995, now $6.79 per lbWas $3.03 in today's dollars, now $6.79 per lb
- Gasoline, premium306% higher84% higherWas $1.34 in 1995, now $5.43 per gallonWas $2.95 in today's dollars, now $5.43 per gallon
- Ground beef, lean303% higher82% higherWas $2.10 in 1995, now $8.46 per lbWas $4.64 in today's dollars, now $8.46 per lb
- Gasoline, midgrade299% higher80% higherWas $1.24 in 1995, now $4.96 per gallonWas $2.75 in today's dollars, now $4.96 per gallon
Less inflation
- Pork chops, boneless7% higher52% lowerWas $4.26 in 1995, now $4.55 per lbWas $9.42 in today's dollars, now $4.55 per lb
- Bananas34% higher39% lowerWas $0.49 in 1995, now $0.66 per lbWas $1.08 in today's dollars, now $0.66 per lb
- Chicken legs50% higher32% lowerWas $1.16 in 1995, now $1.74 per lbWas $2.56 in today's dollars, now $1.74 per lb
- American cheese55% higher30% lowerWas $3.07 in 1995, now $4.74 per lbWas $6.78 in today's dollars, now $4.74 per lb
- Spaghetti & macaroni60% higher28% lowerWas $0.86 in 1995, now $1.38 per lbWas $1.90 in today's dollars, now $1.38 per lb
Food and energy prices in 1995
These are the average prices Americans paid in 1995, next to what the same items cost in September 2026.These 1995 prices are converted to today's dollars. This means that the changes are relative to inflation.
Gas & energy
| Item | 19951995 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline, regularper gallon | 1995$1.151995, adjusted$2.54 | Today$4.48 | Change291% higherAfter inflation77% higher |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 1995$1.241995, adjusted$2.75 | Today$4.96 | Change299% higherAfter inflation80% higher |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 1995$1.341995, adjusted$2.95 | Today$5.43 | Change306% higherAfter inflation84% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 1995$0.091995, adjusted$0.21 | Today$0.20 | Change109% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 1995$0.621995, adjusted$1.37 | Today$1.70 | Change175% higherAfter inflation25% higher |
| Heating oilper gallon | 1995$0.891995, adjusted$1.98 | Today$5.92 | Change563% higherAfter inflation200% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 19951995 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 1995$1.371995, adjusted$3.03 | Today$6.79 | Change396% higherAfter inflation124% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 1995$1.841995, adjusted$4.06 | Today$6.48 | Change253% higherAfter inflation60% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 1995$2.101995, adjusted$4.64 | Today$8.46 | Change303% higherAfter inflation82% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 1995$4.231995, adjusted$9.34 | Today$14.11 | Change234% higherAfter inflation51% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 1995$3.211995, adjusted$7.09 | Today$9.84 | Change207% higherAfter inflation39% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 1995$2.881995, adjusted$6.37 | Today$8.80 | Change205% higherAfter inflation38% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 1995$2.431995, adjusted$5.36 | Today$9.19 | Change279% higherAfter inflation71% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 1995$2.501995, adjusted$5.53 | Today$8.53 | Change241% higherAfter inflation54% higher |
| Baconper lb | 1995$1.991995, adjusted$4.39 | Today$6.76 | Change240% higherAfter inflation54% higher |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 1995$4.261995, adjusted$9.42 | Today$4.55 | Change7% higherAfter inflation52% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 1995$2.541995, adjusted$5.63 | Today$5.45 | Change114% higherAfter inflation3% lower |
| Whole chickenper lb | 1995$0.921995, adjusted$2.03 | Today$2.06 | Change125% higherAfter inflation2% higher |
| Chicken legs per lb | 1995$1.161995, adjusted$2.56 | Today$1.74 | Change50% higherAfter inflation32% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 19951995 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 1995$0.921995, adjusted$2.04 | Today$2.27 | Change146% higherAfter inflation11% higher |
| Whole milkper gallon | 1995$2.481995, adjusted$5.49 | Today$4.11 | Change65% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 1995$3.391995, adjusted$7.49 | Today$6.13 | Change81% higherAfter inflation18% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 1995$3.071995, adjusted$6.78 | Today$4.74 | Change55% higherAfter inflation30% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 1995$2.651995, adjusted$5.87 | Today$5.93 | Change124% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 19951995 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 1995$0.491995, adjusted$1.08 | Today$0.66 | Change34% higherAfter inflation39% lower |
| Navel orangesper lb | 1995$0.621995, adjusted$1.38 | Today$1.72 | Change176% higherAfter inflation25% higher |
| Grapefruit per lb | 1995$0.551995, adjusted$1.21 | Today$1.62 | Change196% higherAfter inflation34% higher |
| Lemons per lb | 1995$1.141995, adjusted$2.51 | Today$2.13 | Change87% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 1995$1.321995, adjusted$2.91 | Today$2.84 | Change115% higherAfter inflation3% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 1995$1.161995, adjusted$2.56 | Today$1.99 | Change72% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 1995$0.381995, adjusted$0.84 | Today$0.99 | Change161% higherAfter inflation18% higher |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 1995$0.801995, adjusted$1.77 | Today$1.64 | Change104% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
| Canned corn per lb | 1995$0.641995, adjusted$1.42 | Today$1.32 | Change106% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Dried beans per lb | 1995$0.681995, adjusted$1.50 | Today$1.67 | Change145% higherAfter inflation11% higher |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 19951995 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 1995$0.791995, adjusted$1.75 | Today$1.83 | Change131% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Flour per lb | 1995$0.251995, adjusted$0.54 | Today$0.55 | Change122% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Riceper lb | 1995$0.521995, adjusted$1.16 | Today$1.12 | Change113% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 1995$0.861995, adjusted$1.90 | Today$1.38 | Change60% higherAfter inflation28% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 1995$0.401995, adjusted$0.88 | Today$1.02 | Change156% higherAfter inflation16% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 1995$2.471995, adjusted$5.46 | Today$5.15 | Change109% higherAfter inflation6% lower |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 1995$3.001995, adjusted$6.64 | Today$6.67 | Change122% higherAfter inflationno change |
Drinks
| Item | 19951995 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 1995$4.041995, adjusted$8.93 | Today$9.33 | Change131% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 1995$0.811995, adjusted$1.79 | Today$1.88 | Change131% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Wineper liter | 1995$4.571995, adjusted$10.10 | Today$13.77 | Change201% higherAfter inflation36% higher |
Frequently asked questions
How much did a dozen eggs cost in 1995?
A dozen eggs cost an average of $0.92 in 1995. In September 2026, the average price was $2.27. After adjusting for inflation, that's 11% higher than in 1995.
How much did a gallon of gas cost in 1995?
A gallon of gas cost an average of $1.15 in 1995. In September 2026, the average price was $4.48. After adjusting for inflation, that's 77% higher than in 1995.
How much did a gallon of milk cost in 1995?
A gallon of milk cost an average of $2.48 in 1995. In September 2026, the average price was $4.11. After adjusting for inflation, that's 25% lower than in 1995.
How much did a pound of white bread cost in 1995?
A pound of white bread cost an average of $0.79 in 1995. In September 2026, the average price was $1.83. After adjusting for inflation, that's 5% higher than in 1995.
How much did a pound of ground beef cost in 1995?
A pound of ground beef cost an average of $1.37 in 1995. In September 2026, the average price was $6.79. After adjusting for inflation, that's 124% higher than in 1995.
How much did a pound of coffee cost in 1995?
A pound of coffee cost an average of $4.04 in 1995. In September 2026, the average price was $9.33. After adjusting for inflation, that's 5% higher than in 1995.
How much is $1 from 1995 worth today?
$1 in 1995 has about the same buying power as $2.21 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics consumer price index.
What was the inflation rate in 1995?
The U.S. inflation rate in 1995 was 2.8%, measured as the change in the consumer price index from 1994 to 1995.
Where these prices come from
These prices come from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which checks what everyday items cost in stores across the U.S. every month. The 1995 prices are averages for the whole year, and today's prices are from September 2026.
To adjust 1995 prices for inflation, we use the same consumer price index as our 1995 inflation calculator. The raw price data is available on the BLS website.
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| Dozen eggs | $0.92 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $1.15 → $4.48 |
| Gallon of milk | $2.48 → $4.11 |
| Pound of bread | $0.79 → $1.83 |
| Pound of ground beef | $1.37 → $6.79 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.04 → $9.33 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $221.09 |