Prices are now 57% higher than in 2009
In 2009, a dozen eggs cost $1.66, a gallon of gas cost $2.35 and a gallon of milk cost $3.11.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, something that cost $100 in 2009 costs about $157.32 today. The inflation rate in 2009 was -0.4%, and total inflation from 2009 to October 2026 was 57%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2009 was for ground beef (up 93%), and the biggest drop was for flour (down 32%).
| Dozen eggs | $1.66 → $2.32 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.35 → $4.45 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.11 → $4.10 |
| Pound of bread | $1.39 → $1.86 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.22 → $6.76 |
| Pound of coffee | $3.67 → $9.25 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $157.32 |
Biggest price changes since 2009
The lists below break down price changes by item.
Each list shows average prices in 2009 compared to the price today. These are the actual prices people paid on average. For comparison, prices overall rose 57% between 2009 and October 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 57% inflation between 2009 and October 2026.
More inflation
- Ground beef204% higher93% higherWas $2.22 in 2009, now $6.76 per lbWas $3.49 in today's dollars, now $6.76 per lb
- Diesel fuel157% higher63% higherWas $2.53 in 2009, now $6.50 per gallonWas $3.98 in today's dollars, now $6.50 per gallon
- Ground coffee152% higher60% higherWas $3.67 in 2009, now $9.25 per lbWas $5.77 in today's dollars, now $9.25 per lb
- Ground beef, lean147% higher57% higherWas $3.40 in 2009, now $8.40 per lbWas $5.35 in today's dollars, now $8.40 per lb
- Chuck roast146% higher56% higherWas $3.69 in 2009, now $9.08 per lbWas $5.81 in today's dollars, now $9.08 per lb
Less inflation
- Flour7% higher32% lowerWas $0.50 in 2009, now $0.54 per lbWas $0.79 in today's dollars, now $0.54 per lb
- Bananas7% higher32% lowerWas $0.61 in 2009, now $0.66 per lbWas $0.96 in today's dollars, now $0.66 per lb
- Chicken legs17% higher26% lowerWas $1.49 in 2009, now $1.75 per lbWas $2.35 in today's dollars, now $1.75 per lb
- Spaghetti & macaroni19% higher24% lowerWas $1.16 in 2009, now $1.38 per lbWas $1.83 in today's dollars, now $1.38 per lb
- American cheese21% higher23% lowerWas $3.90 in 2009, now $4.71 per lbWas $6.14 in today's dollars, now $4.71 per lb
Food and energy prices in 2009
These are the average prices Americans paid in 2009, next to what the same items cost in October 2026.These 2009 prices are converted to today's dollars. This means that the changes are relative to inflation.
Gas & energy
| Item | 20092009 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline, regularper gallon | 2009$2.352009, adjusted$3.70 | Today$4.45 | Change90% higherAfter inflation20% higher |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2009$2.472009, adjusted$3.89 | Today$4.95 | Change101% higherAfter inflation27% higher |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2009$2.612009, adjusted$4.10 | Today$5.43 | Change108% higherAfter inflation32% higher |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2009$2.532009, adjusted$3.98 | Today$6.50 | Change157% higherAfter inflation63% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2009$0.132009, adjusted$0.20 | Today$0.19 | Change49% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2009$1.122009, adjusted$1.76 | Today$1.69 | Change51% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2009$2.512009, adjusted$3.96 | Today$6.11 | Change143% higherAfter inflation54% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20092009 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2009$2.222009, adjusted$3.49 | Today$6.76 | Change204% higherAfter inflation93% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2009$2.882009, adjusted$4.53 | Today$6.73 | Change134% higherAfter inflation49% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2009$3.402009, adjusted$5.35 | Today$8.40 | Change147% higherAfter inflation57% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2009$5.832009, adjusted$9.18 | Today$13.85 | Change137% higherAfter inflation51% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2009$4.142009, adjusted$6.51 | Today$10.11 | Change144% higherAfter inflation55% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2009$3.992009, adjusted$6.28 | Today$8.37 | Change110% higherAfter inflation33% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2009$3.692009, adjusted$5.81 | Today$9.08 | Change146% higherAfter inflation56% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2009$3.782009, adjusted$5.95 | Today$8.67 | Change130% higherAfter inflation46% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2009$3.612009, adjusted$5.68 | Today$6.69 | Change85% higherAfter inflation18% higher |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2009$3.642009, adjusted$5.73 | Today$4.52 | Change24% higherAfter inflation21% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2009$3.382009, adjusted$5.31 | Today$5.26 | Change56% higherAfter inflation1% lower |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2009$1.282009, adjusted$2.01 | Today$2.03 | Change59% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2009$1.492009, adjusted$2.35 | Today$1.75 | Change17% higherAfter inflation26% lower |
| Chicken breast, boneless per lb | 2009$3.332009, adjusted$5.24 | Today$4.10 | Change23% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20092009 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2009$1.662009, adjusted$2.62 | Today$2.32 | Change39% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
| Whole milkper gallon | 2009$3.112009, adjusted$4.89 | Today$4.10 | Change32% higherAfter inflation16% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2009$4.672009, adjusted$7.34 | Today$6.13 | Change31% higherAfter inflation17% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2009$3.902009, adjusted$6.14 | Today$4.71 | Change21% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2009$4.322009, adjusted$6.80 | Today$6.03 | Change40% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20092009 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2009$0.612009, adjusted$0.96 | Today$0.66 | Change7% higherAfter inflation32% lower |
| Lemons per lb | 2009$1.522009, adjusted$2.39 | Today$2.14 | Change41% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2009$2.102009, adjusted$3.30 | Today$2.81 | Change34% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2009$1.622009, adjusted$2.55 | Today$2.08 | Change28% higherAfter inflation18% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2009$0.622009, adjusted$0.98 | Today$0.99 | Change59% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2009$0.912009, adjusted$1.44 | Today$1.96 | Change115% higherAfter inflation37% higher |
| Romaine lettuce per lb | 2009$1.762009, adjusted$2.76 | Today$3.49 | Change99% higherAfter inflation26% higher |
| Dried beans per lb | 2009$1.392009, adjusted$2.19 | Today$1.68 | Change21% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20092009 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2009$1.392009, adjusted$2.18 | Today$1.86 | Change34% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
| Flour per lb | 2009$0.502009, adjusted$0.79 | Today$0.54 | Change7% higherAfter inflation32% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2009$0.772009, adjusted$1.20 | Today$1.10 | Change44% higherAfter inflation9% lower |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2009$1.162009, adjusted$1.83 | Today$1.38 | Change19% higherAfter inflation24% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2009$0.572009, adjusted$0.90 | Today$1.00 | Change76% higherAfter inflation12% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2009$3.172009, adjusted$4.99 | Today$5.25 | Change65% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2009$4.572009, adjusted$7.19 | Today$6.64 | Change45% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
Drinks
| Item | 20092009 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2009$3.672009, adjusted$5.77 | Today$9.25 | Change152% higherAfter inflation60% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2009$1.212009, adjusted$1.90 | Today$1.90 | Change57% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Wineper liter | 2009$10.072009, adjusted$15.85 | Today$14.05 | Change39% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
Frequently asked questions
How much did a dozen eggs cost in 2009?
A dozen eggs cost an average of $1.66 in 2009. In October 2026, the average price was $2.32. After adjusting for inflation, that's 11% lower than in 2009.
How much did a gallon of gas cost in 2009?
A gallon of gas cost an average of $2.35 in 2009. In October 2026, the average price was $4.45. After adjusting for inflation, that's 20% higher than in 2009.
How much did a gallon of milk cost in 2009?
A gallon of milk cost an average of $3.11 in 2009. In October 2026, the average price was $4.10. After adjusting for inflation, that's 16% lower than in 2009.
How much did a pound of white bread cost in 2009?
A pound of white bread cost an average of $1.39 in 2009. In October 2026, the average price was $1.86. After adjusting for inflation, that's 15% lower than in 2009.
How much did a pound of ground beef cost in 2009?
A pound of ground beef cost an average of $2.22 in 2009. In October 2026, the average price was $6.76. After adjusting for inflation, that's 93% higher than in 2009.
How much did a pound of coffee cost in 2009?
A pound of coffee cost an average of $3.67 in 2009. In October 2026, the average price was $9.25. After adjusting for inflation, that's 60% higher than in 2009.
How much is $1 from 2009 worth today?
$1 in 2009 has about the same buying power as $1.57 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics consumer price index.
What was the inflation rate in 2009?
The U.S. inflation rate in 2009 was -0.4%, measured as the change in the consumer price index from 2008 to 2009.
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 2009 prices are averages for the whole year, and today's prices are from October 2026.
To adjust 2009 prices for inflation, we use the same consumer price index as our 2009 inflation calculator. The raw price data is available on the BLS website.
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| Dozen eggs | $1.66 → $2.32 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.35 → $4.45 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.11 → $4.10 |
| Pound of bread | $1.39 → $1.86 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.22 → $6.76 |
| Pound of coffee | $3.67 → $9.25 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $157.32 |