Prices are now 73% 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 $172.82 today. The inflation rate in 2005 was 3.4%, and total inflation from 2005 to October 2026 was 73%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2005 was for ground beef (up 70%), and the biggest drop was for boneless pork chops (down 31%).
| Dozen eggs | $1.22 → $2.32 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.30 → $4.45 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.19 → $4.10 |
| Pound of bread | $1.04 → $1.86 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.30 → $6.76 |
| Pound of coffee | $3.26 → $9.25 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $172.82 |
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 73% between 2005 and October 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 73% inflation between 2005 and October 2026.
More inflation
- Ground beef194% higher70% higherWas $2.30 in 2005, now $6.76 per lbWas $3.97 in today's dollars, now $6.76 per lb
- Ground coffee183% higher64% higherWas $3.26 in 2005, now $9.25 per lbWas $5.64 in today's dollars, now $9.25 per lb
- Ground beef, lean183% higher64% higherWas $2.97 in 2005, now $8.40 per lbWas $5.14 in today's dollars, now $8.40 per lb
- Chuck roast177% higher60% higherWas $3.28 in 2005, now $9.08 per lbWas $5.67 in today's dollars, now $9.08 per lb
- Heating oil175% higher59% higherWas $2.22 in 2005, now $6.11 per gallonWas $3.84 in today's dollars, now $6.11 per gallon
Less inflation
- Pork chops, boneless20% higher31% lowerWas $3.77 in 2005, now $4.52 per lbWas $6.52 in today's dollars, now $4.52 per lb
- American cheese21% higher30% lowerWas $3.88 in 2005, now $4.71 per lbWas $6.71 in today's dollars, now $4.71 per lb
- Whole milk29% higher26% lowerWas $3.19 in 2005, now $4.10 per gallonWas $5.51 in today's dollars, now $4.10 per gallon
- Tomatoes29% higher25% lowerWas $1.61 in 2005, now $2.08 per lbWas $2.78 in today's dollars, now $2.08 per lb
- Chicken legs32% higher24% lowerWas $1.33 in 2005, now $1.75 per lbWas $2.29 in today's dollars, now $1.75 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 October 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$3.97 | Today$4.45 | Change94% higherAfter inflation12% higher |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2005$2.392005, adjusted$4.13 | Today$4.95 | Change107% higherAfter inflation20% higher |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2005$2.492005, adjusted$4.31 | Today$5.43 | Change118% higherAfter inflation26% higher |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2005$2.522005, adjusted$4.35 | Today$6.50 | Change158% higherAfter inflation49% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2005$0.102005, adjusted$0.17 | Today$0.19 | Change90% higherAfter inflation10% higher |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2005$1.252005, adjusted$2.16 | Today$1.69 | Change35% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2005$2.222005, adjusted$3.84 | Today$6.11 | Change175% higherAfter inflation59% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20052005 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2005$2.302005, adjusted$3.97 | Today$6.76 | Change194% higherAfter inflation70% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2005$2.542005, adjusted$4.39 | Today$6.73 | Change165% higherAfter inflation53% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2005$2.972005, adjusted$5.14 | Today$8.40 | Change183% higherAfter inflation64% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2005$6.112005, adjusted$10.55 | Today$13.85 | Change127% higherAfter inflation31% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2005$4.102005, adjusted$7.08 | Today$10.11 | Change147% higherAfter inflation43% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2005$3.762005, adjusted$6.49 | Today$8.37 | Change123% higherAfter inflation29% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2005$3.282005, adjusted$5.67 | Today$9.08 | Change177% higherAfter inflation60% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2005$3.332005, adjusted$5.75 | Today$8.67 | Change161% higherAfter inflation51% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2005$3.392005, adjusted$5.86 | Today$6.69 | Change97% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2005$3.772005, adjusted$6.52 | Today$4.52 | Change20% higherAfter inflation31% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2005$3.162005, adjusted$5.46 | Today$5.26 | Change66% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2005$1.062005, adjusted$1.82 | Today$2.03 | Change92% higherAfter inflation11% higher |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2005$1.332005, adjusted$2.29 | Today$1.75 | Change32% higherAfter inflation24% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20052005 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2005$1.222005, adjusted$2.11 | Today$2.32 | Change90% higherAfter inflation10% higher |
| Whole milkper gallon | 2005$3.192005, adjusted$5.51 | Today$4.10 | Change29% higherAfter inflation26% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2005$4.382005, adjusted$7.57 | Today$6.13 | Change40% higherAfter inflation19% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2005$3.882005, adjusted$6.71 | Today$4.71 | Change21% higherAfter inflation30% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2005$3.742005, adjusted$6.47 | Today$6.03 | Change61% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20052005 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2005$0.492005, adjusted$0.85 | Today$0.66 | Change33% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Lemons per lb | 2005$1.412005, adjusted$2.44 | Today$2.14 | Change52% higherAfter inflation12% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2005$2.112005, adjusted$3.65 | Today$2.81 | Change33% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2005$1.612005, adjusted$2.78 | Today$2.08 | Change29% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2005$0.472005, adjusted$0.81 | Today$0.99 | Change110% higherAfter inflation22% higher |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2005$0.872005, adjusted$1.50 | Today$1.96 | Change125% higherAfter inflation30% higher |
| Dried beans per lb | 2005$0.802005, adjusted$1.39 | Today$1.68 | Change109% higherAfter inflation21% higher |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20052005 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2005$1.042005, adjusted$1.80 | Today$1.86 | Change79% higherAfter inflation4% higher |
| Flour per lb | 2005$0.322005, adjusted$0.56 | Today$0.54 | Change65% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2005$0.552005, adjusted$0.96 | Today$1.10 | Change99% higherAfter inflation15% higher |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2005$0.902005, adjusted$1.55 | Today$1.38 | Change54% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2005$0.442005, adjusted$0.75 | Today$1.00 | Change130% higherAfter inflation33% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2005$2.672005, adjusted$4.61 | Today$5.25 | Change96% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2005$3.372005, adjusted$5.82 | Today$6.64 | Change97% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
Drinks
| Item | 20052005 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2005$3.262005, adjusted$5.64 | Today$9.25 | Change183% higherAfter inflation64% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2005$1.092005, adjusted$1.88 | Today$1.90 | Change75% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
| Wineper liter | 2005$7.772005, adjusted$13.42 | Today$14.05 | Change81% higherAfter inflation5% 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 October 2026, the average price was $2.32. After adjusting for inflation, that's 10% 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 October 2026, the average price was $4.45. After adjusting for inflation, that's 12% 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 October 2026, the average price was $4.10. After adjusting for inflation, that's 26% 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 October 2026, the average price was $1.86. After adjusting for inflation, that's 4% 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 October 2026, the average price was $6.76. After adjusting for inflation, that's 70% 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 October 2026, the average price was $9.25. After adjusting for inflation, that's 64% higher than in 2005.
How much is $1 from 2005 worth today?
$1 in 2005 has about the same buying power as $1.73 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 October 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 → $2.32 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.30 → $4.45 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.19 → $4.10 |
| Pound of bread | $1.04 → $1.86 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.30 → $6.76 |
| Pound of coffee | $3.26 → $9.25 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $172.82 |