Prices are now 72% higher than in 2005
In 2005, a dozen eggs cost $1.22, a gallon of gas cost $2.30 and a gallon of milk cost $3.19.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, something that cost $100 in 2005 costs about $171.52 today. The inflation rate in 2005 was 3.4%, and total inflation from 2005 to August 2026 was 72%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2005 was for ground beef (up 76%), and the biggest drop was for boneless pork chops (down 30%).
| Dozen eggs | $1.22 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.30 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.19 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $1.04 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.30 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $3.26 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $171.52 |
Biggest price changes since 2005
The lists below break down price changes by item.
Each list shows average prices in 2005 compared to the price today. These are the actual prices people paid on average. For comparison, prices overall rose 72% between 2005 and August 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 72% inflation between 2005 and August 2026.
More inflation
- Ground beef201% higher76% higherWas $2.30 in 2005, now $6.92 per lbWas $3.94 in today's dollars, now $6.92 per lb
- Ground beef, lean188% higher68% higherWas $2.97 in 2005, now $8.57 per lbWas $5.10 in today's dollars, now $8.57 per lb
- Chuck roast188% higher68% higherWas $3.28 in 2005, now $9.45 per lbWas $5.63 in today's dollars, now $9.45 per lb
- Ground coffee185% higher66% higherWas $3.26 in 2005, now $9.30 per lbWas $5.60 in today's dollars, now $9.30 per lb
- Ground chuck167% higher56% higherWas $2.54 in 2005, now $6.77 per lbWas $4.35 in today's dollars, now $6.77 per lb
Less inflation
- Pork chops, boneless20% higher30% lowerWas $3.77 in 2005, now $4.53 per lbWas $6.47 in today's dollars, now $4.53 per lb
- Strawberries22% higher29% lowerWas $2.11 in 2005, now $2.58 per 12 ozWas $3.62 in today's dollars, now $2.58 per 12 oz
- American cheese22% higher29% lowerWas $3.88 in 2005, now $4.75 per lbWas $6.66 in today's dollars, now $4.75 per lb
- Tomatoes23% higher28% lowerWas $1.61 in 2005, now $1.98 per lbWas $2.76 in today's dollars, now $1.98 per lb
- Chicken legs26% higher27% lowerWas $1.33 in 2005, now $1.67 per lbWas $2.28 in today's dollars, now $1.67 per lb
Food and energy prices in 2005
These are the average prices Americans paid in 2005, next to what the same items cost in August 2026.These 2005 prices are converted to today's dollars. This means that the changes are relative to inflation.
Gas & energy
| Item | 20052005 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline, regularper gallon | 2005$2.302005, adjusted$3.94 | Today$4.20 | Change83% higherAfter inflation7% higher |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2005$2.392005, adjusted$4.10 | Today$4.69 | Change96% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2005$2.492005, adjusted$4.27 | Today$5.13 | Change106% higherAfter inflation20% higher |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2005$2.522005, adjusted$4.32 | Today$5.55 | Change120% higherAfter inflation28% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2005$0.102005, adjusted$0.17 | Today$0.20 | Change96% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2005$1.252005, adjusted$2.15 | Today$1.71 | Change37% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2005$2.222005, adjusted$3.81 | Today$5.15 | Change132% higherAfter inflation35% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20052005 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2005$2.302005, adjusted$3.94 | Today$6.92 | Change201% higherAfter inflation76% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2005$2.542005, adjusted$4.35 | Today$6.77 | Change167% higherAfter inflation56% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2005$2.972005, adjusted$5.10 | Today$8.57 | Change188% higherAfter inflation68% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2005$6.112005, adjusted$10.47 | Today$14.36 | Change135% higherAfter inflation37% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2005$4.102005, adjusted$7.03 | Today$9.69 | Change137% higherAfter inflation38% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2005$3.762005, adjusted$6.44 | Today$8.96 | Change138% higherAfter inflation39% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2005$3.282005, adjusted$5.63 | Today$9.45 | Change188% higherAfter inflation68% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2005$3.332005, adjusted$5.71 | Today$8.59 | Change158% higherAfter inflation50% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2005$3.392005, adjusted$5.82 | Today$6.61 | Change95% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2005$3.772005, adjusted$6.47 | Today$4.53 | Change20% higherAfter inflation30% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2005$3.162005, adjusted$5.42 | Today$5.38 | Change70% higherAfter inflation1% lower |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2005$1.062005, adjusted$1.81 | Today$2.01 | Change91% higherAfter inflation11% higher |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2005$1.332005, adjusted$2.28 | Today$1.67 | Change26% higherAfter inflation27% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20052005 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2005$1.222005, adjusted$2.09 | Today$2.27 | Change87% higherAfter inflation9% higher |
| Whole milk per gallon | 2005$3.192005, adjusted$5.47 | Today$4.23 | Change33% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2005$4.382005, adjusted$7.52 | Today$5.98 | Change37% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2005$3.882005, adjusted$6.66 | Today$4.75 | Change22% higherAfter inflation29% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2005$3.742005, adjusted$6.42 | Today$5.85 | Change56% higherAfter inflation9% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20052005 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2005$0.492005, adjusted$0.84 | Today$0.65 | Change32% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Navel orangesper lb | 2005$1.002005, adjusted$1.71 | Today$1.71 | Change72% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Grapefruit per lb | 2005$1.092005, adjusted$1.87 | Today$1.60 | Change47% higherAfter inflation14% lower |
| Lemons per lb | 2005$1.412005, adjusted$2.42 | Today$2.11 | Change50% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2005$2.112005, adjusted$3.62 | Today$2.58 | Change22% higherAfter inflation29% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2005$1.612005, adjusted$2.76 | Today$1.98 | Change23% higherAfter inflation28% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2005$0.472005, adjusted$0.81 | Today$0.98 | Change107% higherAfter inflation21% higher |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2005$0.872005, adjusted$1.49 | Today$1.47 | Change69% higherAfter inflation1% lower |
| Dried beans per lb | 2005$0.802005, adjusted$1.38 | Today$1.63 | Change103% higherAfter inflation18% higher |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20052005 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2005$1.042005, adjusted$1.78 | Today$1.82 | Change75% higherAfter inflation2% higher |
| Flour per lb | 2005$0.322005, adjusted$0.56 | Today$0.55 | Change69% higherAfter inflation1% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2005$0.552005, adjusted$0.95 | Today$1.11 | Change101% higherAfter inflation17% higher |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2005$0.902005, adjusted$1.54 | Today$1.37 | Change53% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2005$0.442005, adjusted$0.75 | Today$1.02 | Change135% higherAfter inflation37% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2005$2.672005, adjusted$4.58 | Today$5.21 | Change95% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2005$3.372005, adjusted$5.78 | Today$6.75 | Change100% higherAfter inflation17% higher |
Drinks
| Item | 20052005 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2005$3.262005, adjusted$5.60 | Today$9.30 | Change185% higherAfter inflation66% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2005$1.092005, adjusted$1.86 | Today$1.88 | Change73% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
| Wineper liter | 2005$7.772005, adjusted$13.32 | Today$13.75 | Change77% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
Frequently asked questions
How much did a dozen eggs cost in 2005?
A dozen eggs cost an average of $1.22 in 2005. In August 2026, the average price was $2.27. After adjusting for inflation, that's 9% higher than in 2005.
How much did a gallon of gas cost in 2005?
A gallon of gas cost an average of $2.30 in 2005. In August 2026, the average price was $4.20. After adjusting for inflation, that's 7% higher than in 2005.
How much did a gallon of milk cost in 2005?
A gallon of milk cost an average of $3.19 in 2005. In August 2026, the average price was $4.23. After adjusting for inflation, that's 23% lower than in 2005.
How much did a pound of white bread cost in 2005?
A pound of white bread cost an average of $1.04 in 2005. In August 2026, the average price was $1.82. After adjusting for inflation, that's 2% higher than in 2005.
How much did a pound of ground beef cost in 2005?
A pound of ground beef cost an average of $2.30 in 2005. In August 2026, the average price was $6.92. After adjusting for inflation, that's 76% higher than in 2005.
How much did a pound of coffee cost in 2005?
A pound of coffee cost an average of $3.26 in 2005. In August 2026, the average price was $9.30. After adjusting for inflation, that's 66% higher than in 2005.
How much is $1 from 2005 worth today?
$1 in 2005 has about the same buying power as $1.72 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics consumer price index.
What was the inflation rate in 2005?
The U.S. inflation rate in 2005 was 3.4%, measured as the change in the consumer price index from 2004 to 2005.
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 2005 prices are averages for the whole year, and today's prices are from August 2026.
To adjust 2005 prices for inflation, we use the same consumer price index as our 2005 inflation calculator. The raw price data is available on the BLS website.
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| Dozen eggs | $1.22 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.30 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.19 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $1.04 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.30 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $3.26 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $171.52 |