Prices are now 55% higher than in 2010
In 2010, a dozen eggs cost $1.66, a gallon of gas cost $2.79 and a gallon of milk cost $3.26.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, something that cost $100 in 2010 costs about $154.78 today. The inflation rate in 2010 was 1.6%, and total inflation from 2010 to October 2026 was 55%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2010 was for ground beef (up 84%), and the biggest drop was for flour (down 27%).
| Dozen eggs | $1.66 → $2.32 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.79 → $4.45 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.26 → $4.10 |
| Pound of bread | $1.37 → $1.86 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.37 → $6.76 |
| Pound of coffee | $3.91 → $9.25 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $154.78 |
Biggest price changes since 2010
The lists below break down price changes by item.
Each list shows average prices in 2010 compared to the price today. These are the actual prices people paid on average. For comparison, prices overall rose 55% between 2010 and October 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 55% inflation between 2010 and October 2026.
More inflation
- Ground beef186% higher84% higherWas $2.37 in 2010, now $6.76 per lbWas $3.66 in today's dollars, now $6.76 per lb
- Ground beef, lean140% higher55% higherWas $3.50 in 2010, now $8.40 per lbWas $5.42 in today's dollars, now $8.40 per lb
- Sirloin steak138% higher54% higherWas $5.83 in 2010, now $13.85 per lbWas $9.02 in today's dollars, now $13.85 per lb
- Ground coffee137% higher53% higherWas $3.91 in 2010, now $9.25 per lbWas $6.05 in today's dollars, now $9.25 per lb
- Round steak136% higher53% higherWas $4.28 in 2010, now $10.11 per lbWas $6.62 in today's dollars, now $10.11 per lb
Less inflation
- Flour12% higher27% lowerWas $0.48 in 2010, now $0.54 per lbWas $0.74 in today's dollars, now $0.54 per lb
- Bananas13% higher27% lowerWas $0.58 in 2010, now $0.66 per lbWas $0.90 in today's dollars, now $0.66 per lb
- Pork chops, boneless18% higher23% lowerWas $3.81 in 2010, now $4.52 per lbWas $5.90 in today's dollars, now $4.52 per lb
- Chicken legs20% higher23% lowerWas $1.46 in 2010, now $1.75 per lbWas $2.26 in today's dollars, now $1.75 per lb
- American cheese20% higher22% lowerWas $3.91 in 2010, now $4.71 per lbWas $6.05 in today's dollars, now $4.71 per lb
Food and energy prices in 2010
These are the average prices Americans paid in 2010, next to what the same items cost in October 2026.These 2010 prices are converted to today's dollars. This means that the changes are relative to inflation.
Gas & energy
| Item | 20102010 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline, regularper gallon | 2010$2.792010, adjusted$4.31 | Today$4.45 | Change60% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2010$2.912010, adjusted$4.50 | Today$4.95 | Change70% higherAfter inflation10% higher |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2010$3.052010, adjusted$4.72 | Today$5.43 | Change78% higherAfter inflation15% higher |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2010$3.022010, adjusted$4.67 | Today$6.50 | Change115% higherAfter inflation39% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2010$0.132010, adjusted$0.20 | Today$0.19 | Change49% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2010$1.102010, adjusted$1.70 | Today$1.69 | Change54% higherAfter inflation1% lower |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2010$2.932010, adjusted$4.53 | Today$6.11 | Change109% higherAfter inflation35% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20102010 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2010$2.372010, adjusted$3.66 | Today$6.76 | Change186% higherAfter inflation84% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2010$2.912010, adjusted$4.50 | Today$6.73 | Change132% higherAfter inflation50% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2010$3.502010, adjusted$5.42 | Today$8.40 | Change140% higherAfter inflation55% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2010$5.832010, adjusted$9.02 | Today$13.85 | Change138% higherAfter inflation54% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2010$4.282010, adjusted$6.62 | Today$10.11 | Change136% higherAfter inflation53% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2010$4.082010, adjusted$6.32 | Today$8.37 | Change105% higherAfter inflation32% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2010$3.852010, adjusted$5.96 | Today$9.08 | Change136% higherAfter inflation52% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2010$3.892010, adjusted$6.02 | Today$8.67 | Change123% higherAfter inflation44% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2010$4.112010, adjusted$6.35 | Today$6.69 | Change63% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2010$3.812010, adjusted$5.90 | Today$4.52 | Change18% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2010$3.392010, adjusted$5.25 | Today$5.26 | Change55% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2010$1.262010, adjusted$1.96 | Today$2.03 | Change60% higherAfter inflation4% higher |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2010$1.462010, adjusted$2.26 | Today$1.75 | Change20% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Chicken breast, boneless per lb | 2010$3.302010, adjusted$5.11 | Today$4.10 | Change24% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20102010 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2010$1.662010, adjusted$2.57 | Today$2.32 | Change40% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Whole milkper gallon | 2010$3.262010, adjusted$5.04 | Today$4.10 | Change26% higherAfter inflation19% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2010$4.712010, adjusted$7.29 | Today$6.13 | Change30% higherAfter inflation16% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2010$3.912010, adjusted$6.05 | Today$4.71 | Change20% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2010$4.462010, adjusted$6.91 | Today$6.03 | Change35% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20102010 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2010$0.582010, adjusted$0.90 | Today$0.66 | Change13% higherAfter inflation27% lower |
| Lemons per lb | 2010$1.632010, adjusted$2.53 | Today$2.14 | Change31% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2010$2.192010, adjusted$3.38 | Today$2.81 | Change28% higherAfter inflation17% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2010$1.692010, adjusted$2.62 | Today$2.08 | Change23% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2010$0.582010, adjusted$0.89 | Today$0.99 | Change72% higherAfter inflation11% higher |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2010$0.872010, adjusted$1.35 | Today$1.96 | Change124% higherAfter inflation45% higher |
| Romaine lettuce per lb | 2010$1.792010, adjusted$2.77 | Today$3.49 | Change95% higherAfter inflation26% higher |
| Dried beans per lb | 2010$1.332010, adjusted$2.05 | Today$1.68 | Change27% higherAfter inflation18% lower |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20102010 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2010$1.372010, adjusted$2.13 | Today$1.86 | Change36% higherAfter inflation12% lower |
| Flour per lb | 2010$0.482010, adjusted$0.74 | Today$0.54 | Change12% higherAfter inflation27% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2010$0.742010, adjusted$1.15 | Today$1.10 | Change49% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2010$1.142010, adjusted$1.76 | Today$1.38 | Change22% higherAfter inflation21% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2010$0.632010, adjusted$0.97 | Today$1.00 | Change59% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2010$3.252010, adjusted$5.03 | Today$5.25 | Change61% higherAfter inflation4% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2010$4.642010, adjusted$7.18 | Today$6.64 | Change43% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
Drinks
| Item | 20102010 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2010$3.912010, adjusted$6.05 | Today$9.25 | Change137% higherAfter inflation53% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2010$1.232010, adjusted$1.91 | Today$1.90 | Change54% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Wineper liter | 2010$9.652010, adjusted$14.94 | Today$14.05 | Change46% higherAfter inflation6% lower |
Frequently asked questions
How much did a dozen eggs cost in 2010?
A dozen eggs cost an average of $1.66 in 2010. In October 2026, the average price was $2.32. After adjusting for inflation, that's 10% lower than in 2010.
How much did a gallon of gas cost in 2010?
A gallon of gas cost an average of $2.79 in 2010. In October 2026, the average price was $4.45. After adjusting for inflation, that's 3% higher than in 2010.
How much did a gallon of milk cost in 2010?
A gallon of milk cost an average of $3.26 in 2010. In October 2026, the average price was $4.10. After adjusting for inflation, that's 19% lower than in 2010.
How much did a pound of white bread cost in 2010?
A pound of white bread cost an average of $1.37 in 2010. In October 2026, the average price was $1.86. After adjusting for inflation, that's 12% lower than in 2010.
How much did a pound of ground beef cost in 2010?
A pound of ground beef cost an average of $2.37 in 2010. In October 2026, the average price was $6.76. After adjusting for inflation, that's 84% higher than in 2010.
How much did a pound of coffee cost in 2010?
A pound of coffee cost an average of $3.91 in 2010. In October 2026, the average price was $9.25. After adjusting for inflation, that's 53% higher than in 2010.
How much is $1 from 2010 worth today?
$1 in 2010 has about the same buying power as $1.55 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics consumer price index.
What was the inflation rate in 2010?
The U.S. inflation rate in 2010 was 1.6%, measured as the change in the consumer price index from 2009 to 2010.
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 2010 prices are averages for the whole year, and today's prices are from October 2026.
To adjust 2010 prices for inflation, we use the same consumer price index as our 2010 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 | $2.79 → $4.45 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.26 → $4.10 |
| Pound of bread | $1.37 → $1.86 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.37 → $6.76 |
| Pound of coffee | $3.91 → $9.25 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $154.78 |