Prices are now 42% 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 $142.33 today. The inflation rate in 2014 was 1.6%, and total inflation from 2014 to September 2026 was 42%.
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 28%).
| Dozen eggs | $2.02 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $3.37 → $4.48 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.69 → $4.11 |
| Pound of bread | $1.40 → $1.83 |
| Pound of ground beef | $3.90 → $6.79 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.99 → $9.33 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $142.33 |
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 42% between 2014 and September 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 42% inflation between 2014 and September 2026.
More inflation
- Romaine lettuce96% higher37% higherWas $1.69 in 2014, now $3.31 per lbWas $2.41 in today's dollars, now $3.31 per lb
- Ground coffee87% higher31% higherWas $4.99 in 2014, now $9.33 per lbWas $7.10 in today's dollars, now $9.33 per lb
- Sirloin steak83% higher29% higherWas $7.69 in 2014, now $14.11 per lbWas $10.95 in today's dollars, now $14.11 per lb
- Chuck roast77% higher24% higherWas $5.20 in 2014, now $9.19 per lbWas $7.40 in today's dollars, now $9.19 per lb
- Ground beef74% higher22% higherWas $3.90 in 2014, now $6.79 per lbWas $5.55 in today's dollars, now $6.79 per lb
Less inflation
- Flour3% higher28% 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 $4.55 per lbWas $6.23 in today's dollars, now $4.55 per lb
- American cheese5% higher26% lowerWas $4.49 in 2014, now $4.74 per lbWas $6.40 in today's dollars, now $4.74 per lb
- Spaghetti & macaroni7% higher25% lowerWas $1.28 in 2014, now $1.38 per lbWas $1.83 in today's dollars, now $1.38 per lb
- Lemons8% higher24% lowerWas $1.97 in 2014, now $2.13 per lbWas $2.80 in today's dollars, now $2.13 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 September 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$4.79 | Today$4.48 | Change33% higherAfter inflation6% lower |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2014$3.552014, adjusted$5.06 | Today$4.96 | Change39% higherAfter inflation2% lower |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2014$3.712014, adjusted$5.28 | Today$5.43 | Change46% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2014$3.822014, adjusted$5.44 | Today$6.33 | Change66% higherAfter inflation16% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2014$0.142014, adjusted$0.20 | Today$0.20 | Change43% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2014$1.082014, adjusted$1.54 | Today$1.70 | Change58% higherAfter inflation11% higher |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2014$3.712014, adjusted$5.28 | Today$5.92 | Change60% higherAfter inflation12% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20142014 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2014$3.902014, adjusted$5.55 | Today$6.79 | Change74% higherAfter inflation22% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2014$3.972014, adjusted$5.65 | Today$6.48 | Change63% higherAfter inflation15% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2014$5.562014, adjusted$7.91 | Today$8.46 | Change52% higherAfter inflation7% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2014$7.692014, adjusted$10.95 | Today$14.11 | Change83% higherAfter inflation29% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2014$5.682014, adjusted$8.09 | Today$9.84 | Change73% higherAfter inflation22% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2014$5.262014, adjusted$7.49 | Today$8.80 | Change67% higherAfter inflation17% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2014$5.202014, adjusted$7.40 | Today$9.19 | Change77% higherAfter inflation24% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2014$5.212014, adjusted$7.42 | Today$8.53 | Change64% higherAfter inflation15% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2014$5.782014, adjusted$8.22 | Today$6.76 | Change17% higherAfter inflation18% lower |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2014$4.372014, adjusted$6.23 | Today$4.55 | Change4% higherAfter inflation27% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2014$4.332014, adjusted$6.17 | Today$5.45 | Change26% higherAfter inflation12% lower |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2014$1.532014, adjusted$2.18 | Today$2.06 | Change35% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2014$1.572014, adjusted$2.24 | Today$1.74 | Change11% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Chicken breast, boneless per lb | 2014$3.462014, adjusted$4.93 | Today$4.20 | Change21% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20142014 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2014$2.022014, adjusted$2.87 | Today$2.27 | Change13% higherAfter inflation21% lower |
| Whole milkper gallon | 2014$3.692014, adjusted$5.26 | Today$4.11 | Change11% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2014$5.542014, adjusted$7.89 | Today$6.13 | Change11% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2014$4.492014, adjusted$6.40 | Today$4.74 | Change5% higherAfter inflation26% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2014$4.892014, adjusted$6.96 | Today$5.93 | Change21% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20142014 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2014$0.602014, adjusted$0.85 | Today$0.66 | Change10% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Navel orangesper lb | 2014$1.322014, adjusted$1.88 | Today$1.72 | Change31% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
| Grapefruit per lb | 2014$1.112014, adjusted$1.58 | Today$1.62 | Change46% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
| Lemons per lb | 2014$1.972014, adjusted$2.80 | Today$2.13 | Change8% higherAfter inflation24% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2014$2.292014, adjusted$3.26 | Today$2.84 | Change24% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2014$1.712014, adjusted$2.43 | Today$1.99 | Change17% higherAfter inflation18% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2014$0.672014, adjusted$0.96 | Today$0.99 | Change47% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2014$1.052014, adjusted$1.50 | Today$1.64 | Change55% higherAfter inflation9% higher |
| Romaine lettuce per lb | 2014$1.692014, adjusted$2.41 | Today$3.31 | Change96% higherAfter inflation37% higher |
| Canned corn per lb | 2014$1.052014, adjusted$1.50 | Today$1.32 | Change26% higherAfter inflation12% lower |
| Dried beans per lb | 2014$1.472014, adjusted$2.10 | Today$1.67 | Change13% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20142014 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2014$1.402014, adjusted$1.99 | Today$1.83 | Change31% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
| Flour per lb | 2014$0.532014, adjusted$0.75 | Today$0.55 | Change3% higherAfter inflation28% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2014$0.732014, adjusted$1.04 | Today$1.12 | Change52% higherAfter inflation7% higher |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2014$1.282014, adjusted$1.83 | Today$1.38 | Change7% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2014$0.612014, adjusted$0.87 | Today$1.02 | Change67% higherAfter inflation18% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2014$3.412014, adjusted$4.85 | Today$5.15 | Change51% higherAfter inflation6% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2014$4.372014, adjusted$6.22 | Today$6.67 | Change53% higherAfter inflation7% higher |
Drinks
| Item | 20142014 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2014$4.992014, adjusted$7.10 | Today$9.33 | Change87% higherAfter inflation31% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2014$1.282014, adjusted$1.83 | Today$1.88 | Change46% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
| Wineper liter | 2014$11.702014, adjusted$16.65 | Today$13.77 | Change18% 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 September 2026, the average price was $2.27. After adjusting for inflation, that's 21% 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 September 2026, the average price was $4.48. After adjusting for inflation, that's 6% 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 September 2026, the average price was $4.11. After adjusting for inflation, that's 22% 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 September 2026, the average price was $1.83. 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 September 2026, the average price was $6.79. After adjusting for inflation, that's 22% 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 September 2026, the average price was $9.33. After adjusting for inflation, that's 31% higher than in 2014.
How much is $1 from 2014 worth today?
$1 in 2014 has about the same buying power as $1.42 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 September 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 → $4.48 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.69 → $4.11 |
| Pound of bread | $1.40 → $1.83 |
| Pound of ground beef | $3.90 → $6.79 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.99 → $9.33 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $142.33 |