Prices are now 50% 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 $150.05 today. The inflation rate in 2011 was 3.2%, and total inflation from 2011 to October 2026 was 50%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2011 was for ground beef (up 62%), and the biggest drop was for flour (down 31%).
| Dozen eggs | $1.77 → $2.32 |
| Gallon of gas | $3.53 → $4.45 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.57 → $4.10 |
| Pound of bread | $1.44 → $1.86 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.77 → $6.76 |
| Pound of coffee | $5.19 → $9.25 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $150.05 |
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 50% between 2011 and October 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 50% inflation between 2011 and October 2026.
More inflation
- Ground beef143% higher62% higherWas $2.77 in 2011, now $6.76 per lbWas $4.16 in today's dollars, now $6.76 per lb
- Ground beef, lean123% higher49% higherWas $3.77 in 2011, now $8.40 per lbWas $5.66 in today's dollars, now $8.40 per lb
- Sirloin steak122% higher48% higherWas $6.23 in 2011, now $13.85 per lbWas $9.34 in today's dollars, now $13.85 per lb
- Round steak119% higher46% higherWas $4.61 in 2011, now $10.11 per lbWas $6.91 in today's dollars, now $10.11 per lb
- Chuck roast114% higher43% higherWas $4.24 in 2011, now $9.08 per lbWas $6.37 in today's dollars, now $9.08 per lb
Less inflation
- Flour3% higher31% lowerWas $0.52 in 2011, now $0.54 per lbWas $0.78 in today's dollars, now $0.54 per lb
- Bananas7% higher28% lowerWas $0.61 in 2011, now $0.66 per lbWas $0.92 in today's dollars, now $0.66 per lb
- Spaghetti & macaroni11% higher26% lowerWas $1.24 in 2011, now $1.38 per lbWas $1.86 in today's dollars, now $1.38 per lb
- Pork chops, boneless11% higher26% lowerWas $4.05 in 2011, now $4.52 per lbWas $6.08 in today's dollars, now $4.52 per lb
- Cheddar cheese13% higher25% lowerWas $5.42 in 2011, now $6.13 per lbWas $8.13 in today's dollars, now $6.13 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 October 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$5.29 | Today$4.45 | Change26% higherAfter inflation16% lower |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2011$3.662011, adjusted$5.49 | Today$4.95 | Change35% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2011$3.792011, adjusted$5.69 | Today$5.43 | Change43% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2011$3.882011, adjusted$5.82 | Today$6.50 | Change68% higherAfter inflation12% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2011$0.132011, adjusted$0.19 | Today$0.19 | Change46% higherAfter inflation2% lower |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2011$1.072011, adjusted$1.60 | Today$1.69 | Change58% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2011$3.712011, adjusted$5.57 | Today$6.11 | Change65% higherAfter inflation10% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20112011 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2011$2.772011, adjusted$4.16 | Today$6.76 | Change143% higherAfter inflation62% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2011$3.192011, adjusted$4.78 | Today$6.73 | Change111% higherAfter inflation41% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2011$3.772011, adjusted$5.66 | Today$8.40 | Change123% higherAfter inflation49% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2011$6.232011, adjusted$9.34 | Today$13.85 | Change122% higherAfter inflation48% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2011$4.612011, adjusted$6.91 | Today$10.11 | Change119% higherAfter inflation46% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2011$4.412011, adjusted$6.61 | Today$8.37 | Change90% higherAfter inflation27% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2011$4.242011, adjusted$6.37 | Today$9.08 | Change114% higherAfter inflation43% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2011$4.252011, adjusted$6.37 | Today$8.67 | Change104% higherAfter inflation36% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2011$4.632011, adjusted$6.94 | Today$6.69 | Change44% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2011$4.052011, adjusted$6.08 | Today$4.52 | Change11% higherAfter inflation26% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2011$3.592011, adjusted$5.38 | Today$5.26 | Change47% higherAfter inflation2% lower |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2011$1.292011, adjusted$1.94 | Today$2.03 | Change57% higherAfter inflation5% higher |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2011$1.492011, adjusted$2.23 | Today$1.75 | Change17% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Chicken breast, boneless per lb | 2011$3.192011, adjusted$4.78 | Today$4.10 | Change29% higherAfter inflation14% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20112011 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2011$1.772011, adjusted$2.66 | Today$2.32 | Change31% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
| Whole milkper gallon | 2011$3.572011, adjusted$5.36 | Today$4.10 | Change15% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2011$5.422011, adjusted$8.13 | Today$6.13 | Change13% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2011$4.072011, adjusted$6.10 | Today$4.71 | Change16% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2011$4.932011, adjusted$7.39 | Today$6.03 | Change22% higherAfter inflation18% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20112011 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2011$0.612011, adjusted$0.92 | Today$0.66 | Change7% higherAfter inflation28% lower |
| Lemons per lb | 2011$1.582011, adjusted$2.37 | Today$2.14 | Change36% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2011$2.082011, adjusted$3.11 | Today$2.81 | Change35% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2011$1.672011, adjusted$2.50 | Today$2.08 | Change25% higherAfter inflation17% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2011$0.682011, adjusted$1.02 | Today$0.99 | Change46% higherAfter inflation3% lower |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2011$0.992011, adjusted$1.48 | Today$1.96 | Change98% higherAfter inflation32% higher |
| Romaine lettuce per lb | 2011$1.782011, adjusted$2.67 | Today$3.49 | Change96% higherAfter inflation31% higher |
| Dried beans per lb | 2011$1.362011, adjusted$2.03 | Today$1.68 | Change24% higherAfter inflation17% lower |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20112011 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2011$1.442011, adjusted$2.17 | Today$1.86 | Change29% higherAfter inflation14% lower |
| Flour per lb | 2011$0.522011, adjusted$0.78 | Today$0.54 | Change3% higherAfter inflation31% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2011$0.742011, adjusted$1.11 | Today$1.10 | Change49% higherAfter inflation1% lower |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2011$1.242011, adjusted$1.86 | Today$1.38 | Change11% higherAfter inflation26% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2011$0.682011, adjusted$1.02 | Today$1.00 | Change47% higherAfter inflation2% lower |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2011$3.352011, adjusted$5.02 | Today$5.25 | Change57% higherAfter inflation4% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2011$4.972011, adjusted$7.45 | Today$6.64 | Change34% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
Drinks
| Item | 20112011 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2011$5.192011, adjusted$7.79 | Today$9.25 | Change78% higherAfter inflation19% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2011$1.242011, adjusted$1.87 | Today$1.90 | Change53% higherAfter inflation2% higher |
| Wineper liter | 2011$9.932011, adjusted$14.90 | Today$14.05 | Change41% higherAfter inflation6% 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 October 2026, the average price was $2.32. After adjusting for inflation, that's 13% 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 October 2026, the average price was $4.45. After adjusting for inflation, that's 16% 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 October 2026, the average price was $4.10. After adjusting for inflation, that's 23% 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 October 2026, the average price was $1.86. After adjusting for inflation, that's 14% 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 October 2026, the average price was $6.76. After adjusting for inflation, that's 62% 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 October 2026, the average price was $9.25. After adjusting for inflation, that's 19% higher than in 2011.
How much is $1 from 2011 worth today?
$1 in 2011 has about the same buying power as $1.50 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 October 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 → $2.32 |
| Gallon of gas | $3.53 → $4.45 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.57 → $4.10 |
| Pound of bread | $1.44 → $1.86 |
| Pound of ground beef | $2.77 → $6.76 |
| Pound of coffee | $5.19 → $9.25 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $150.05 |