Prices are now 63% higher than in 2007
In 2007, a dozen eggs cost $1.68, a gallon of gas cost $2.80 and a gallon of milk cost $3.50.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, something that cost $100 in 2007 costs about $162.50 today. The inflation rate in 2007 was 2.8%, and total inflation from 2007 to September 2026 was 63%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2007 was for ground beef (up 82%), and the biggest drop was for lemons (down 29%).
| Dozen eggs | $1.68 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.80 → $4.48 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.50 → $4.11 |
| Pound of bread | $1.21 → $1.83 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.30 → $6.79 |
| Pound of coffee | $3.47 → $9.33 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $162.50 |
Biggest price changes since 2007
The lists below break down price changes by item.
Each list shows average prices in 2007 compared to the price today. These are the actual prices people paid on average. For comparison, prices overall rose 63% between 2007 and September 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 63% inflation between 2007 and September 2026.
More inflation
- Ground beef195% higher82% higherWas $2.30 in 2007, now $6.79 per lbWas $3.74 in today's dollars, now $6.79 per lb
- Ground beef, lean176% higher70% higherWas $3.07 in 2007, now $8.46 per lbWas $4.99 in today's dollars, now $8.46 per lb
- Chuck roast172% higher67% higherWas $3.38 in 2007, now $9.19 per lbWas $5.49 in today's dollars, now $9.19 per lb
- Ground coffee169% higher66% higherWas $3.47 in 2007, now $9.33 per lbWas $5.64 in today's dollars, now $9.33 per lb
- Beef stew meat143% higher50% higherWas $3.51 in 2007, now $8.53 per lbWas $5.70 in today's dollars, now $8.53 per lb
Less inflation
- Lemons15% higher29% lowerWas $1.86 in 2007, now $2.13 per lbWas $3.02 in today's dollars, now $2.13 per lb
- Whole milk17% higher28% lowerWas $3.50 in 2007, now $4.11 per gallonWas $5.69 in today's dollars, now $4.11 per gallon
- Tomatoes21% higher26% lowerWas $1.65 in 2007, now $1.99 per lbWas $2.68 in today's dollars, now $1.99 per lb
- Chicken breast, boneless23% higher25% lowerWas $3.43 in 2007, now $4.20 per lbWas $5.57 in today's dollars, now $4.20 per lb
- American cheese23% higher24% lowerWas $3.84 in 2007, now $4.74 per lbWas $6.24 in today's dollars, now $4.74 per lb
Food and energy prices in 2007
These are the average prices Americans paid in 2007, next to what the same items cost in September 2026.These 2007 prices are converted to today's dollars. This means that the changes are relative to inflation.
Gas & energy
| Item | 20072007 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline, regularper gallon | 2007$2.802007, adjusted$4.55 | Today$4.48 | Change60% higherAfter inflation2% lower |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2007$2.912007, adjusted$4.73 | Today$4.96 | Change70% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2007$3.032007, adjusted$4.93 | Today$5.43 | Change79% higherAfter inflation10% higher |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2007$2.962007, adjusted$4.82 | Today$6.33 | Change114% higherAfter inflation31% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2007$0.122007, adjusted$0.19 | Today$0.20 | Change68% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2007$1.262007, adjusted$2.06 | Today$1.70 | Change34% higherAfter inflation17% lower |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2007$2.682007, adjusted$4.36 | Today$5.92 | Change121% higherAfter inflation36% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20072007 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2007$2.302007, adjusted$3.74 | Today$6.79 | Change195% higherAfter inflation82% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2007$2.702007, adjusted$4.39 | Today$6.48 | Change140% higherAfter inflation48% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2007$3.072007, adjusted$4.99 | Today$8.46 | Change176% higherAfter inflation70% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2007$5.972007, adjusted$9.70 | Today$14.11 | Change136% higherAfter inflation45% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2007$4.112007, adjusted$6.68 | Today$9.84 | Change139% higherAfter inflation47% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2007$3.812007, adjusted$6.18 | Today$8.80 | Change131% higherAfter inflation42% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2007$3.382007, adjusted$5.49 | Today$9.19 | Change172% higherAfter inflation67% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2007$3.512007, adjusted$5.70 | Today$8.53 | Change143% higherAfter inflation50% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2007$3.662007, adjusted$5.94 | Today$6.76 | Change85% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2007$3.602007, adjusted$5.86 | Today$4.55 | Change26% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2007$3.132007, adjusted$5.08 | Today$5.45 | Change74% higherAfter inflation7% higher |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2007$1.122007, adjusted$1.81 | Today$2.06 | Change85% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2007$1.312007, adjusted$2.13 | Today$1.74 | Change33% higherAfter inflation18% lower |
| Chicken breast, boneless per lb | 2007$3.432007, adjusted$5.57 | Today$4.20 | Change23% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20072007 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2007$1.682007, adjusted$2.72 | Today$2.27 | Change36% higherAfter inflation17% lower |
| Whole milkper gallon | 2007$3.502007, adjusted$5.69 | Today$4.11 | Change17% higherAfter inflation28% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2007$4.232007, adjusted$6.87 | Today$6.13 | Change45% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2007$3.842007, adjusted$6.24 | Today$4.74 | Change23% higherAfter inflation24% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2007$3.952007, adjusted$6.42 | Today$5.93 | Change50% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20072007 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2007$0.512007, adjusted$0.83 | Today$0.66 | Change29% higherAfter inflation21% lower |
| Navel orangesper lb | 2007$1.282007, adjusted$2.09 | Today$1.72 | Change34% higherAfter inflation17% lower |
| Grapefruit per lb | 2007$0.962007, adjusted$1.57 | Today$1.62 | Change68% higherAfter inflation4% higher |
| Lemons per lb | 2007$1.862007, adjusted$3.02 | Today$2.13 | Change15% higherAfter inflation29% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2007$2.202007, adjusted$3.58 | Today$2.84 | Change29% higherAfter inflation21% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2007$1.652007, adjusted$2.68 | Today$1.99 | Change21% higherAfter inflation26% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2007$0.522007, adjusted$0.85 | Today$0.99 | Change88% higherAfter inflation16% higher |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2007$0.932007, adjusted$1.51 | Today$1.64 | Change76% higherAfter inflation8% higher |
| Romaine lettuce per lb | 2007$1.572007, adjusted$2.55 | Today$3.31 | Change111% higherAfter inflation30% higher |
| Dried beans per lb | 2007$0.942007, adjusted$1.53 | Today$1.67 | Change77% higherAfter inflation9% higher |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20072007 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2007$1.212007, adjusted$1.96 | Today$1.83 | Change52% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Flour per lb | 2007$0.362007, adjusted$0.59 | Today$0.55 | Change51% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2007$0.552007, adjusted$0.89 | Today$1.12 | Change104% higherAfter inflation25% higher |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2007$0.882007, adjusted$1.42 | Today$1.38 | Change57% higherAfter inflation3% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2007$0.512007, adjusted$0.84 | Today$1.02 | Change98% higherAfter inflation22% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2007$2.702007, adjusted$4.40 | Today$5.15 | Change90% higherAfter inflation17% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2007$3.532007, adjusted$5.74 | Today$6.67 | Change89% higherAfter inflation16% higher |
Drinks
| Item | 20072007 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2007$3.472007, adjusted$5.64 | Today$9.33 | Change169% higherAfter inflation66% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2007$1.122007, adjusted$1.83 | Today$1.88 | Change67% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
| Wineper liter | 2007$8.552007, adjusted$13.90 | Today$13.77 | Change61% higherAfter inflation1% lower |
Frequently asked questions
How much did a dozen eggs cost in 2007?
A dozen eggs cost an average of $1.68 in 2007. In September 2026, the average price was $2.27. After adjusting for inflation, that's 17% lower than in 2007.
How much did a gallon of gas cost in 2007?
A gallon of gas cost an average of $2.80 in 2007. In September 2026, the average price was $4.48. After adjusting for inflation, that's 2% lower than in 2007.
How much did a gallon of milk cost in 2007?
A gallon of milk cost an average of $3.50 in 2007. In September 2026, the average price was $4.11. After adjusting for inflation, that's 28% lower than in 2007.
How much did a pound of white bread cost in 2007?
A pound of white bread cost an average of $1.21 in 2007. In September 2026, the average price was $1.83. After adjusting for inflation, that's 7% lower than in 2007.
How much did a pound of ground beef cost in 2007?
A pound of ground beef cost an average of $2.30 in 2007. In September 2026, the average price was $6.79. After adjusting for inflation, that's 82% higher than in 2007.
How much did a pound of coffee cost in 2007?
A pound of coffee cost an average of $3.47 in 2007. In September 2026, the average price was $9.33. After adjusting for inflation, that's 66% higher than in 2007.
How much is $1 from 2007 worth today?
$1 in 2007 has about the same buying power as $1.63 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics consumer price index.
What was the inflation rate in 2007?
The U.S. inflation rate in 2007 was 2.8%, measured as the change in the consumer price index from 2006 to 2007.
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 2007 prices are averages for the whole year, and today's prices are from September 2026.
To adjust 2007 prices for inflation, we use the same consumer price index as our 2007 inflation calculator. The raw price data is available on the BLS website.
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| Dozen eggs | $1.68 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.80 → $4.48 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.50 → $4.11 |
| Pound of bread | $1.21 → $1.83 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.30 → $6.79 |
| Pound of coffee | $3.47 → $9.33 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $162.50 |