Prices are now 49% higher than in 2011
In 2011, a dozen eggs cost $1.77, a gallon of gas cost $3.53 and a gallon of milk cost $3.57.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, something that cost $100 in 2011 costs about $148.92 today. The inflation rate in 2011 was 3.2%, and total inflation from 2011 to August 2026 was 49%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2011 was for ground beef (up 68%), and the biggest drop was for flour (down 29%).
| Dozen eggs | $1.77 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $3.53 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.57 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $1.44 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.77 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $5.19 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $148.92 |
Biggest price changes since 2011
The lists below break down price changes by item.
Each list shows average prices in 2011 compared to the price today. These are the actual prices people paid on average. For comparison, prices overall rose 49% between 2011 and August 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 49% inflation between 2011 and August 2026.
More inflation
- Ground beef149% higher68% higherWas $2.77 in 2011, now $6.92 per lbWas $4.13 in today's dollars, now $6.92 per lb
- Sirloin steak131% higher55% higherWas $6.23 in 2011, now $14.36 per lbWas $9.27 in today's dollars, now $14.36 per lb
- Ground beef, lean127% higher53% higherWas $3.77 in 2011, now $8.57 per lbWas $5.61 in today's dollars, now $8.57 per lb
- Chuck roast123% higher49% higherWas $4.24 in 2011, now $9.45 per lbWas $6.32 in today's dollars, now $9.45 per lb
- Ground chuck113% higher43% higherWas $3.19 in 2011, now $6.77 per lbWas $4.74 in today's dollars, now $6.77 per lb
Less inflation
- Flour6% higher29% lowerWas $0.52 in 2011, now $0.55 per lbWas $0.77 in today's dollars, now $0.55 per lb
- Bananas7% higher28% lowerWas $0.61 in 2011, now $0.65 per lbWas $0.91 in today's dollars, now $0.65 per lb
- Cheddar cheese10% higher26% lowerWas $5.42 in 2011, now $5.98 per lbWas $8.07 in today's dollars, now $5.98 per lb
- Spaghetti & macaroni11% higher26% lowerWas $1.24 in 2011, now $1.37 per lbWas $1.85 in today's dollars, now $1.37 per lb
- Pork chops, boneless12% higher25% lowerWas $4.05 in 2011, now $4.53 per lbWas $6.04 in today's dollars, now $4.53 per lb
Food and energy prices in 2011
These are the average prices Americans paid in 2011, next to what the same items cost in August 2026.These 2011 prices are converted to today's dollars. This means that the changes are relative to inflation.
Gas & energy
| Item | 20112011 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline, regularper gallon | 2011$3.532011, adjusted$5.25 | Today$4.20 | Change19% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2011$3.662011, adjusted$5.44 | Today$4.69 | Change28% higherAfter inflation14% lower |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2011$3.792011, adjusted$5.65 | Today$5.13 | Change35% higherAfter inflation9% lower |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2011$3.882011, adjusted$5.77 | Today$5.55 | Change43% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Electricityper kWh | 2011$0.132011, adjusted$0.19 | Today$0.20 | Change51% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2011$1.072011, adjusted$1.59 | Today$1.71 | Change60% higherAfter inflation8% higher |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2011$3.712011, adjusted$5.53 | Today$5.15 | Change39% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20112011 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2011$2.772011, adjusted$4.13 | Today$6.92 | Change149% higherAfter inflation68% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2011$3.192011, adjusted$4.74 | Today$6.77 | Change113% higherAfter inflation43% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2011$3.772011, adjusted$5.61 | Today$8.57 | Change127% higherAfter inflation53% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2011$6.232011, adjusted$9.27 | Today$14.36 | Change131% higherAfter inflation55% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2011$4.612011, adjusted$6.86 | Today$9.69 | Change110% higherAfter inflation41% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2011$4.412011, adjusted$6.56 | Today$8.96 | Change103% higherAfter inflation37% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2011$4.242011, adjusted$6.32 | Today$9.45 | Change123% higherAfter inflation49% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2011$4.252011, adjusted$6.32 | Today$8.59 | Change102% higherAfter inflation36% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2011$4.632011, adjusted$6.89 | Today$6.61 | Change43% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2011$4.052011, adjusted$6.04 | Today$4.53 | Change12% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2011$3.592011, adjusted$5.34 | Today$5.38 | Change50% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2011$1.292011, adjusted$1.92 | Today$2.01 | Change56% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2011$1.492011, adjusted$2.22 | Today$1.67 | Change12% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| Chicken breast, boneless per lb | 2011$3.192011, adjusted$4.74 | Today$4.17 | Change31% higherAfter inflation12% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20112011 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2011$1.772011, adjusted$2.64 | Today$2.27 | Change28% higherAfter inflation14% lower |
| Whole milk per gallon | 2011$3.572011, adjusted$5.32 | Today$4.23 | Change18% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2011$5.422011, adjusted$8.07 | Today$5.98 | Change10% higherAfter inflation26% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2011$4.072011, adjusted$6.06 | Today$4.75 | Change17% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2011$4.932011, adjusted$7.34 | Today$5.85 | Change19% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20112011 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2011$0.612011, adjusted$0.91 | Today$0.65 | Change7% higherAfter inflation28% lower |
| Navel orangesper lb | 2011$1.102011, adjusted$1.63 | Today$1.71 | Change56% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Grapefruit per lb | 2011$0.982011, adjusted$1.45 | Today$1.60 | Change64% higherAfter inflation10% higher |
| Lemons per lb | 2011$1.582011, adjusted$2.35 | Today$2.11 | Change34% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2011$2.082011, adjusted$3.09 | Today$2.58 | Change24% higherAfter inflation17% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2011$1.672011, adjusted$2.48 | Today$1.98 | Change19% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2011$0.682011, adjusted$1.01 | Today$0.98 | Change44% higherAfter inflation3% lower |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2011$0.992011, adjusted$1.47 | Today$1.47 | Change49% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Romaine lettuce per lb | 2011$1.782011, adjusted$2.65 | Today$3.29 | Change85% higherAfter inflation24% higher |
| Canned corn per lb | 2011$1.002011, adjusted$1.49 | Today$1.27 | Change27% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
| Dried beans per lb | 2011$1.362011, adjusted$2.02 | Today$1.63 | Change20% higherAfter inflation19% lower |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20112011 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2011$1.442011, adjusted$2.15 | Today$1.82 | Change26% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
| Flour per lb | 2011$0.522011, adjusted$0.77 | Today$0.55 | Change6% higherAfter inflation29% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2011$0.742011, adjusted$1.10 | Today$1.11 | Change50% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2011$1.242011, adjusted$1.85 | Today$1.37 | Change11% higherAfter inflation26% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2011$0.682011, adjusted$1.02 | Today$1.02 | Change50% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2011$3.352011, adjusted$4.99 | Today$5.21 | Change56% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2011$4.972011, adjusted$7.40 | Today$6.75 | Change36% higherAfter inflation9% lower |
Drinks
| Item | 20112011 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2011$5.192011, adjusted$7.73 | Today$9.30 | Change79% higherAfter inflation20% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2011$1.242011, adjusted$1.85 | Today$1.88 | Change51% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
| Wineper liter | 2011$9.932011, adjusted$14.78 | Today$13.75 | Change38% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
Frequently asked questions
How much did a dozen eggs cost in 2011?
A dozen eggs cost an average of $1.77 in 2011. In August 2026, the average price was $2.27. After adjusting for inflation, that's 14% lower than in 2011.
How much did a gallon of gas cost in 2011?
A gallon of gas cost an average of $3.53 in 2011. In August 2026, the average price was $4.20. After adjusting for inflation, that's 20% lower than in 2011.
How much did a gallon of milk cost in 2011?
A gallon of milk cost an average of $3.57 in 2011. In August 2026, the average price was $4.23. After adjusting for inflation, that's 20% lower than in 2011.
How much did a pound of white bread cost in 2011?
A pound of white bread cost an average of $1.44 in 2011. In August 2026, the average price was $1.82. After adjusting for inflation, that's 15% lower than in 2011.
How much did a pound of ground beef cost in 2011?
A pound of ground beef cost an average of $2.77 in 2011. In August 2026, the average price was $6.92. After adjusting for inflation, that's 68% higher than in 2011.
How much did a pound of coffee cost in 2011?
A pound of coffee cost an average of $5.19 in 2011. In August 2026, the average price was $9.30. After adjusting for inflation, that's 20% higher than in 2011.
How much is $1 from 2011 worth today?
$1 in 2011 has about the same buying power as $1.49 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics consumer price index.
What was the inflation rate in 2011?
The U.S. inflation rate in 2011 was 3.2%, measured as the change in the consumer price index from 2010 to 2011.
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 2011 prices are averages for the whole year, and today's prices are from August 2026.
To adjust 2011 prices for inflation, we use the same consumer price index as our 2011 inflation calculator. The raw price data is available on the BLS website.
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| Dozen eggs | $1.77 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $3.53 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.57 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $1.44 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.77 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $5.19 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $148.92 |