Prices are now 41% higher than in 2014
In 2014, a dozen eggs cost $2.02, a gallon of gas cost $3.37 and a gallon of milk cost $3.69.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, something that cost $100 in 2014 costs about $141.50 today. The inflation rate in 2014 was 1.6%, and total inflation from 2014 to August 2026 was 41%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2014 was for romaine lettuce (up 37%), and the biggest drop was for flour (down 27%).
| Dozen eggs | $2.02 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $3.37 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.69 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $1.40 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $3.90 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.99 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $141.50 |
Biggest price changes since 2014
The lists below break down price changes by item.
Each list shows average prices in 2014 compared to the price today. These are the actual prices people paid on average. For comparison, prices overall rose 41% between 2014 and August 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 41% inflation between 2014 and August 2026.
More inflation
- Romaine lettuce94% higher37% higherWas $1.69 in 2014, now $3.29 per lbWas $2.40 in today's dollars, now $3.29 per lb
- Sirloin steak87% higher32% higherWas $7.69 in 2014, now $14.36 per lbWas $10.88 in today's dollars, now $14.36 per lb
- Ground coffee86% higher32% higherWas $4.99 in 2014, now $9.30 per lbWas $7.06 in today's dollars, now $9.30 per lb
- Chuck roast82% higher28% higherWas $5.20 in 2014, now $9.45 per lbWas $7.36 in today's dollars, now $9.45 per lb
- Ground beef78% higher26% higherWas $3.90 in 2014, now $6.92 per lbWas $5.51 in today's dollars, now $6.92 per lb
Less inflation
- Flour3% higher27% lowerWas $0.53 in 2014, now $0.55 per lbWas $0.75 in today's dollars, now $0.55 per lb
- Pork chops, boneless4% higher27% lowerWas $4.37 in 2014, now $4.53 per lbWas $6.19 in today's dollars, now $4.53 per lb
- American cheese6% higher25% lowerWas $4.49 in 2014, now $4.75 per lbWas $6.36 in today's dollars, now $4.75 per lb
- Chicken legs6% higher25% lowerWas $1.57 in 2014, now $1.67 per lbWas $2.22 in today's dollars, now $1.67 per lb
- Spaghetti & macaroni7% higher24% lowerWas $1.28 in 2014, now $1.37 per lbWas $1.82 in today's dollars, now $1.37 per lb
Food and energy prices in 2014
These are the average prices Americans paid in 2014, next to what the same items cost in August 2026.These 2014 prices are converted to today's dollars. This means that the changes are relative to inflation.
Gas & energy
| Item | 20142014 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline, regularper gallon | 2014$3.372014, adjusted$4.76 | Today$4.20 | Change25% higherAfter inflation12% lower |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2014$3.552014, adjusted$5.03 | Today$4.69 | Change32% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2014$3.712014, adjusted$5.25 | Today$5.13 | Change38% higherAfter inflation2% lower |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2014$3.822014, adjusted$5.41 | Today$5.55 | Change45% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2014$0.142014, adjusted$0.19 | Today$0.20 | Change43% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2014$1.082014, adjusted$1.53 | Today$1.71 | Change59% higherAfter inflation12% higher |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2014$3.712014, adjusted$5.25 | Today$5.15 | Change39% higherAfter inflation2% lower |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20142014 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2014$3.902014, adjusted$5.51 | Today$6.92 | Change78% higherAfter inflation26% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2014$3.972014, adjusted$5.62 | Today$6.77 | Change71% higherAfter inflation21% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2014$5.562014, adjusted$7.86 | Today$8.57 | Change54% higherAfter inflation9% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2014$7.692014, adjusted$10.88 | Today$14.36 | Change87% higherAfter inflation32% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2014$5.682014, adjusted$8.04 | Today$9.69 | Change71% higherAfter inflation21% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2014$5.262014, adjusted$7.44 | Today$8.96 | Change70% higherAfter inflation20% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2014$5.202014, adjusted$7.36 | Today$9.45 | Change82% higherAfter inflation28% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2014$5.212014, adjusted$7.38 | Today$8.59 | Change65% higherAfter inflation16% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2014$5.782014, adjusted$8.17 | Today$6.61 | Change14% higherAfter inflation19% lower |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2014$4.372014, adjusted$6.19 | Today$4.53 | Change4% higherAfter inflation27% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2014$4.332014, adjusted$6.13 | Today$5.38 | Change24% higherAfter inflation12% lower |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2014$1.532014, adjusted$2.17 | Today$2.01 | Change31% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2014$1.572014, adjusted$2.22 | Today$1.67 | Change6% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| Chicken breast, boneless per lb | 2014$3.462014, adjusted$4.90 | Today$4.17 | Change21% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20142014 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2014$2.022014, adjusted$2.86 | Today$2.27 | Change13% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
| Whole milk per gallon | 2014$3.692014, adjusted$5.23 | Today$4.23 | Change14% higherAfter inflation19% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2014$5.542014, adjusted$7.84 | Today$5.98 | Change8% higherAfter inflation24% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2014$4.492014, adjusted$6.36 | Today$4.75 | Change6% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2014$4.892014, adjusted$6.92 | Today$5.85 | Change20% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20142014 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2014$0.602014, adjusted$0.85 | Today$0.65 | Change9% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Navel orangesper lb | 2014$1.322014, adjusted$1.87 | Today$1.71 | Change30% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
| Grapefruit per lb | 2014$1.112014, adjusted$1.57 | Today$1.60 | Change45% higherAfter inflation2% higher |
| Lemons per lb | 2014$1.972014, adjusted$2.78 | Today$2.11 | Change7% higherAfter inflation24% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2014$2.292014, adjusted$3.24 | Today$2.58 | Change13% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2014$1.712014, adjusted$2.42 | Today$1.98 | Change16% higherAfter inflation18% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2014$0.672014, adjusted$0.95 | Today$0.98 | Change45% higherAfter inflation2% higher |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2014$1.052014, adjusted$1.49 | Today$1.47 | Change40% higherAfter inflation1% lower |
| Romaine lettuce per lb | 2014$1.692014, adjusted$2.40 | Today$3.29 | Change94% higherAfter inflation37% higher |
| Canned corn per lb | 2014$1.052014, adjusted$1.49 | Today$1.27 | Change21% higherAfter inflation14% lower |
| Dried beans per lb | 2014$1.472014, adjusted$2.09 | Today$1.63 | Change11% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20142014 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2014$1.402014, adjusted$1.98 | Today$1.82 | Change30% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
| Flour per lb | 2014$0.532014, adjusted$0.75 | Today$0.55 | Change3% higherAfter inflation27% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2014$0.732014, adjusted$1.04 | Today$1.11 | Change51% higherAfter inflation7% higher |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2014$1.282014, adjusted$1.82 | Today$1.37 | Change7% higherAfter inflation24% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2014$0.612014, adjusted$0.86 | Today$1.02 | Change68% higherAfter inflation19% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2014$3.412014, adjusted$4.83 | Today$5.21 | Change53% higherAfter inflation8% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2014$4.372014, adjusted$6.18 | Today$6.75 | Change54% higherAfter inflation9% higher |
Drinks
| Item | 20142014 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2014$4.992014, adjusted$7.06 | Today$9.30 | Change86% higherAfter inflation32% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2014$1.282014, adjusted$1.81 | Today$1.88 | Change47% higherAfter inflation4% higher |
| Wineper liter | 2014$11.702014, adjusted$16.56 | Today$13.75 | Change17% higherAfter inflation17% lower |
Frequently asked questions
How much did a dozen eggs cost in 2014?
A dozen eggs cost an average of $2.02 in 2014. In August 2026, the average price was $2.27. After adjusting for inflation, that's 20% lower than in 2014.
How much did a gallon of gas cost in 2014?
A gallon of gas cost an average of $3.37 in 2014. In August 2026, the average price was $4.20. After adjusting for inflation, that's 12% lower than in 2014.
How much did a gallon of milk cost in 2014?
A gallon of milk cost an average of $3.69 in 2014. In August 2026, the average price was $4.23. After adjusting for inflation, that's 19% lower than in 2014.
How much did a pound of white bread cost in 2014?
A pound of white bread cost an average of $1.40 in 2014. In August 2026, the average price was $1.82. After adjusting for inflation, that's 8% lower than in 2014.
How much did a pound of ground beef cost in 2014?
A pound of ground beef cost an average of $3.90 in 2014. In August 2026, the average price was $6.92. After adjusting for inflation, that's 26% higher than in 2014.
How much did a pound of coffee cost in 2014?
A pound of coffee cost an average of $4.99 in 2014. In August 2026, the average price was $9.30. After adjusting for inflation, that's 32% higher than in 2014.
How much is $1 from 2014 worth today?
$1 in 2014 has about the same buying power as $1.41 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics consumer price index.
What was the inflation rate in 2014?
The U.S. inflation rate in 2014 was 1.6%, measured as the change in the consumer price index from 2013 to 2014.
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 2014 prices are averages for the whole year, and today's prices are from August 2026.
To adjust 2014 prices for inflation, we use the same consumer price index as our 2014 inflation calculator. The raw price data is available on the BLS website.
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| Dozen eggs | $2.02 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $3.37 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.69 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $1.40 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $3.90 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.99 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $141.50 |