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 $219.80 today. The inflation rate in 1995 was 2.8%, and total inflation from 1995 to August 2026 was 120%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 1995 was for heating oil (up 162%), and the biggest drop was for boneless pork chops (down 52%).
| Dozen eggs | $0.92 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $1.15 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $2.48 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $0.79 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $1.37 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.04 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $219.80 |
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 120% between 1995 and August 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 120% inflation between 1995 and August 2026.
More inflation
- Heating oil476% higher162% higherWas $0.89 in 1995, now $5.15 per gallonWas $1.96 in today's dollars, now $5.15 per gallon
- Ground beef406% higher130% higherWas $1.37 in 1995, now $6.92 per lbWas $3.01 in today's dollars, now $6.92 per lb
- Ground beef, lean309% higher86% higherWas $2.10 in 1995, now $8.57 per lbWas $4.61 in today's dollars, now $8.57 per lb
- Chuck roast290% higher77% higherWas $2.43 in 1995, now $9.45 per lbWas $5.33 in today's dollars, now $9.45 per lb
- Gasoline, premium284% higher75% higherWas $1.34 in 1995, now $5.13 per gallonWas $2.94 in today's dollars, now $5.13 per gallon
Less inflation
- Pork chops, boneless6% higher52% lowerWas $4.26 in 1995, now $4.53 per lbWas $9.37 in today's dollars, now $4.53 per lb
- Bananas33% higher39% lowerWas $0.49 in 1995, now $0.65 per lbWas $1.08 in today's dollars, now $0.65 per lb
- Chicken legs44% higher34% lowerWas $1.16 in 1995, now $1.67 per lbWas $2.55 in today's dollars, now $1.67 per lb
- American cheese55% higher30% lowerWas $3.07 in 1995, now $4.75 per lbWas $6.74 in today's dollars, now $4.75 per lb
- Spaghetti & macaroni60% higher27% lowerWas $0.86 in 1995, now $1.37 per lbWas $1.89 in today's dollars, now $1.37 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 August 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$2.52 | Today$4.20 | Change266% higherAfter inflation67% higher |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 1995$1.241995, adjusted$2.73 | Today$4.69 | Change277% higherAfter inflation71% higher |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 1995$1.341995, adjusted$2.94 | Today$5.13 | Change284% higherAfter inflation75% 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$1.36 | Today$1.71 | Change178% higherAfter inflation26% higher |
| Heating oilper gallon | 1995$0.891995, adjusted$1.96 | Today$5.15 | Change476% higherAfter inflation162% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 19951995 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 1995$1.371995, adjusted$3.01 | Today$6.92 | Change406% higherAfter inflation130% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 1995$1.841995, adjusted$4.04 | Today$6.77 | Change269% higherAfter inflation68% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 1995$2.101995, adjusted$4.61 | Today$8.57 | Change309% higherAfter inflation86% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 1995$4.231995, adjusted$9.29 | Today$14.36 | Change240% higherAfter inflation55% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 1995$3.211995, adjusted$7.05 | Today$9.69 | Change202% higherAfter inflation38% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 1995$2.881995, adjusted$6.33 | Today$8.96 | Change211% higherAfter inflation41% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 1995$2.431995, adjusted$5.33 | Today$9.45 | Change290% higherAfter inflation77% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 1995$2.501995, adjusted$5.50 | Today$8.59 | Change243% higherAfter inflation56% higher |
| Baconper lb | 1995$1.991995, adjusted$4.36 | Today$6.61 | Change233% higherAfter inflation51% higher |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 1995$4.261995, adjusted$9.37 | Today$4.53 | Change6% higherAfter inflation52% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 1995$2.541995, adjusted$5.59 | Today$5.38 | Change111% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Whole chickenper lb | 1995$0.921995, adjusted$2.01 | Today$2.01 | Change119% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Chicken legs per lb | 1995$1.161995, adjusted$2.55 | Today$1.67 | Change44% higherAfter inflation34% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 19951995 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 1995$0.921995, adjusted$2.03 | Today$2.27 | Change146% higherAfter inflation12% higher |
| Whole milk per gallon | 1995$2.481995, adjusted$5.46 | Today$4.23 | Change70% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 1995$3.391995, adjusted$7.45 | Today$5.98 | Change77% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 1995$3.071995, adjusted$6.74 | Today$4.75 | Change55% higherAfter inflation30% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 1995$2.651995, adjusted$5.83 | Today$5.85 | Change121% higherAfter inflationno change |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 19951995 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 1995$0.491995, adjusted$1.08 | Today$0.65 | Change33% higherAfter inflation39% lower |
| Navel orangesper lb | 1995$0.621995, adjusted$1.37 | Today$1.71 | Change174% higherAfter inflation24% higher |
| Grapefruit per lb | 1995$0.551995, adjusted$1.20 | Today$1.60 | Change193% higherAfter inflation33% higher |
| Lemons per lb | 1995$1.141995, adjusted$2.50 | Today$2.11 | Change86% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 1995$1.321995, adjusted$2.90 | Today$2.58 | Change96% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 1995$1.161995, adjusted$2.54 | Today$1.98 | Change71% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 1995$0.381995, adjusted$0.83 | Today$0.98 | Change157% higherAfter inflation17% higher |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 1995$0.801995, adjusted$1.76 | Today$1.47 | Change84% higherAfter inflation16% lower |
| Canned corn per lb | 1995$0.641995, adjusted$1.41 | Today$1.27 | Change99% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Dried beans per lb | 1995$0.681995, adjusted$1.50 | Today$1.63 | Change140% higherAfter inflation9% higher |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 19951995 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 1995$0.791995, adjusted$1.74 | Today$1.82 | Change130% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Flour per lb | 1995$0.251995, adjusted$0.54 | Today$0.55 | Change123% higherAfter inflation2% higher |
| Riceper lb | 1995$0.521995, adjusted$1.15 | Today$1.11 | Change112% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 1995$0.861995, adjusted$1.89 | Today$1.37 | Change60% higherAfter inflation27% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 1995$0.401995, adjusted$0.88 | Today$1.02 | Change157% higherAfter inflation17% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 1995$2.471995, adjusted$5.43 | Today$5.21 | Change111% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 1995$3.001995, adjusted$6.60 | Today$6.75 | Change125% higherAfter inflation2% higher |
Drinks
| Item | 19951995 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 1995$4.041995, adjusted$8.88 | Today$9.30 | Change130% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 1995$0.811995, adjusted$1.78 | Today$1.88 | Change132% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Wineper liter | 1995$4.571995, adjusted$10.04 | Today$13.75 | Change201% higherAfter inflation37% 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 August 2026, the average price was $2.27. After adjusting for inflation, that's 12% 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 August 2026, the average price was $4.20. After adjusting for inflation, that's 67% 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 August 2026, the average price was $4.23. After adjusting for inflation, that's 23% 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 August 2026, the average price was $1.82. 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 August 2026, the average price was $6.92. After adjusting for inflation, that's 130% 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 August 2026, the average price was $9.30. 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 $2.20 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 August 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 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $2.48 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $0.79 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $1.37 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.04 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $219.80 |