Prices are now 41% higher than in 2015
In 2015, a dozen eggs cost $2.47, a gallon of gas cost $2.45 and a gallon of milk cost $3.42.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, something that cost $100 in 2015 costs about $141.33 today. The inflation rate in 2015 was 0.1%, and total inflation from 2015 to August 2026 was 41%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2015 was for diesel fuel (up 43%), and the biggest drop was for grade A large eggs (down 35%).
| Dozen eggs | $2.47 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.45 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.42 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $1.44 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $4.17 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.72 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $141.33 |
Biggest price changes since 2015
The lists below break down price changes by item.
Each list shows average prices in 2015 compared to the price today. These are the actual prices people paid on average. For comparison, prices overall rose 41% between 2015 and August 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 41% inflation between 2015 and August 2026.
More inflation
- Diesel fuel102% higher43% higherWas $2.74 in 2015, now $5.55 per gallonWas $3.88 in today's dollars, now $5.55 per gallon
- Heating oil98% higher40% higherWas $2.60 in 2015, now $5.15 per gallonWas $3.68 in today's dollars, now $5.15 per gallon
- Ground coffee97% higher39% higherWas $4.72 in 2015, now $9.30 per lbWas $6.67 in today's dollars, now $9.30 per lb
- Natural gas (piped)81% higher28% higherWas $0.94 in 2015, now $1.71 per thermWas $1.34 in today's dollars, now $1.71 per therm
- Gasoline, premium79% higher27% higherWas $2.87 in 2015, now $5.13 per gallonWas $4.05 in today's dollars, now $5.13 per gallon
Less inflation
- Eggs, grade A large8% lower35% lowerWas $2.47 in 2015, now $2.27 per dozenWas $3.49 in today's dollars, now $2.27 per dozen
- Spaghetti & macaroni4% higher26% lowerWas $1.32 in 2015, now $1.37 per lbWas $1.86 in today's dollars, now $1.37 per lb
- Pork chops, boneless5% higher26% lowerWas $4.33 in 2015, now $4.53 per lbWas $6.12 in today's dollars, now $4.53 per lb
- Chicken legs5% higher26% lowerWas $1.59 in 2015, now $1.67 per lbWas $2.25 in today's dollars, now $1.67 per lb
- Flour6% higher25% lowerWas $0.52 in 2015, now $0.55 per lbWas $0.73 in today's dollars, now $0.55 per lb
Food and energy prices in 2015
These are the average prices Americans paid in 2015, next to what the same items cost in August 2026.These 2015 prices are converted to today's dollars. This means that the changes are relative to inflation.
Gas & energy
| Item | 20152015 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline, regularper gallon | 2015$2.452015, adjusted$3.46 | Today$4.20 | Change72% higherAfter inflation21% higher |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2015$2.692015, adjusted$3.80 | Today$4.69 | Change74% higherAfter inflation23% higher |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2015$2.872015, adjusted$4.05 | Today$5.13 | Change79% higherAfter inflation27% higher |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2015$2.742015, adjusted$3.88 | Today$5.55 | Change102% higherAfter inflation43% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2015$0.142015, adjusted$0.20 | Today$0.20 | Change42% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2015$0.942015, adjusted$1.34 | Today$1.71 | Change81% higherAfter inflation28% higher |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2015$2.602015, adjusted$3.68 | Today$5.15 | Change98% higherAfter inflation40% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20152015 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2015$4.172015, adjusted$5.89 | Today$6.92 | Change66% higherAfter inflation18% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2015$4.252015, adjusted$6.01 | Today$6.77 | Change59% higherAfter inflation13% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2015$6.102015, adjusted$8.62 | Today$8.57 | Change41% higherAfter inflation1% lower |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2015$8.572015, adjusted$12.11 | Today$14.36 | Change68% higherAfter inflation19% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2015$6.152015, adjusted$8.69 | Today$9.69 | Change58% higherAfter inflation12% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2015$5.602015, adjusted$7.91 | Today$8.96 | Change60% higherAfter inflation13% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2015$5.602015, adjusted$7.92 | Today$9.45 | Change69% higherAfter inflation19% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2015$5.602015, adjusted$7.91 | Today$8.59 | Change53% higherAfter inflation9% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2015$5.452015, adjusted$7.71 | Today$6.61 | Change21% higherAfter inflation14% lower |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2015$4.332015, adjusted$6.12 | Today$4.53 | Change5% higherAfter inflation26% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2015$4.192015, adjusted$5.92 | Today$5.38 | Change28% higherAfter inflation9% lower |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2015$1.492015, adjusted$2.10 | Today$2.01 | Change35% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2015$1.592015, adjusted$2.25 | Today$1.67 | Change5% higherAfter inflation26% lower |
| Chicken breast, boneless per lb | 2015$3.412015, adjusted$4.82 | Today$4.17 | Change22% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20152015 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2015$2.472015, adjusted$3.49 | Today$2.27 | Change8% lowerAfter inflation35% lower |
| Whole milk per gallon | 2015$3.422015, adjusted$4.83 | Today$4.23 | Change24% higherAfter inflation12% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2015$5.382015, adjusted$7.60 | Today$5.98 | Change11% higherAfter inflation21% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2015$4.462015, adjusted$6.30 | Today$4.75 | Change7% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2015$4.742015, adjusted$6.70 | Today$5.85 | Change23% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20152015 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2015$0.582015, adjusted$0.82 | Today$0.65 | Change12% higherAfter inflation21% lower |
| Navel orangesper lb | 2015$1.302015, adjusted$1.84 | Today$1.71 | Change31% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Grapefruit per lb | 2015$1.092015, adjusted$1.54 | Today$1.60 | Change47% higherAfter inflation4% higher |
| Lemons per lb | 2015$1.982015, adjusted$2.80 | Today$2.11 | Change7% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2015$2.222015, adjusted$3.13 | Today$2.58 | Change16% higherAfter inflation18% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2015$1.842015, adjusted$2.60 | Today$1.98 | Change7% higherAfter inflation24% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2015$0.652015, adjusted$0.92 | Today$0.98 | Change50% higherAfter inflation6% higher |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2015$1.162015, adjusted$1.64 | Today$1.47 | Change27% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Romaine lettuce per lb | 2015$1.992015, adjusted$2.81 | Today$3.29 | Change65% higherAfter inflation17% higher |
| Canned corn per lb | 2015$1.042015, adjusted$1.46 | Today$1.27 | Change23% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
| Dried beans per lb | 2015$1.492015, adjusted$2.10 | Today$1.63 | Change10% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20152015 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2015$1.442015, adjusted$2.04 | Today$1.82 | Change27% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Flour per lb | 2015$0.522015, adjusted$0.73 | Today$0.55 | Change6% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2015$0.692015, adjusted$0.97 | Today$1.11 | Change62% higherAfter inflation15% higher |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2015$1.322015, adjusted$1.86 | Today$1.37 | Change4% higherAfter inflation26% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2015$0.652015, adjusted$0.92 | Today$1.02 | Change57% higherAfter inflation11% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2015$3.352015, adjusted$4.74 | Today$5.21 | Change55% higherAfter inflation10% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2015$4.412015, adjusted$6.23 | Today$6.75 | Change53% higherAfter inflation8% higher |
Drinks
| Item | 20152015 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2015$4.722015, adjusted$6.67 | Today$9.30 | Change97% higherAfter inflation39% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2015$1.322015, adjusted$1.86 | Today$1.88 | Change43% higherAfter inflation1% higher |
| Wineper liter | 2015$12.252015, adjusted$17.32 | Today$13.75 | Change12% higherAfter inflation21% lower |
Frequently asked questions
How much did a dozen eggs cost in 2015?
A dozen eggs cost an average of $2.47 in 2015. In August 2026, the average price was $2.27. After adjusting for inflation, that's 35% lower than in 2015.
How much did a gallon of gas cost in 2015?
A gallon of gas cost an average of $2.45 in 2015. In August 2026, the average price was $4.20. After adjusting for inflation, that's 21% higher than in 2015.
How much did a gallon of milk cost in 2015?
A gallon of milk cost an average of $3.42 in 2015. In August 2026, the average price was $4.23. After adjusting for inflation, that's 12% lower than in 2015.
How much did a pound of white bread cost in 2015?
A pound of white bread cost an average of $1.44 in 2015. In August 2026, the average price was $1.82. After adjusting for inflation, that's 10% lower than in 2015.
How much did a pound of ground beef cost in 2015?
A pound of ground beef cost an average of $4.17 in 2015. In August 2026, the average price was $6.92. After adjusting for inflation, that's 18% higher than in 2015.
How much did a pound of coffee cost in 2015?
A pound of coffee cost an average of $4.72 in 2015. In August 2026, the average price was $9.30. After adjusting for inflation, that's 39% higher than in 2015.
How much is $1 from 2015 worth today?
$1 in 2015 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 2015?
The U.S. inflation rate in 2015 was 0.1%, measured as the change in the consumer price index from 2014 to 2015.
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 2015 prices are averages for the whole year, and today's prices are from August 2026.
To adjust 2015 prices for inflation, we use the same consumer price index as our 2015 inflation calculator. The raw price data is available on the BLS website.
Prices in other years
- 1980
- 1981
- 1982
- 1983
- 1984
- 1985
- 1986
- 1987
- 1988
- 1989
- 1990
- 1991
- 1992
- 1993
- 1994
- 1995
- 1996
- 1997
- 1998
- 1999
- 2000
- 2001
- 2002
- 2003
- 2004
- 2005
- 2006
- 2007
- 2008
- 2009
- 2010
- 2011
- 2012
- 2013
- 2014
- 2015
- 2016
- 2017
- 2018
- 2019
- 2020
- 2021
- 2022
- 2023
- 2024
- 2025
| Dozen eggs | $2.47 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.45 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.42 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $1.44 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $4.17 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.72 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $141.33 |