Prices are now 37% higher than in 2017
In 2017, a dozen eggs cost $1.47, a gallon of gas cost $2.41 and a gallon of milk cost $3.23.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, something that cost $100 in 2017 costs about $137.46 today. The inflation rate in 2017 was 2.1%, and total inflation from 2017 to September 2026 was 37%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2017 was for heating oil (up 76%), and the biggest drop was for tomatoes (down 25%).
| Dozen eggs | $1.47 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.41 → $4.48 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.23 → $4.11 |
| Pound of bread | $1.33 → $1.83 |
| Pound of ground beef | $3.64 → $6.79 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.45 → $9.33 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $137.46 |
Biggest price changes since 2017
The lists below break down price changes by item.
Each list shows average prices in 2017 compared to the price today. These are the actual prices people paid on average. For comparison, prices overall rose 37% between 2017 and September 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 37% inflation between 2017 and September 2026.
More inflation
- Heating oil142% higher76% higherWas $2.45 in 2017, now $5.92 per gallonWas $3.36 in today's dollars, now $5.92 per gallon
- Diesel fuel141% higher75% higherWas $2.63 in 2017, now $6.33 per gallonWas $3.61 in today's dollars, now $6.33 per gallon
- Ground coffee110% higher52% higherWas $4.45 in 2017, now $9.33 per lbWas $6.12 in today's dollars, now $9.33 per lb
- Ground beef86% higher36% higherWas $3.64 in 2017, now $6.79 per lbWas $5.01 in today's dollars, now $6.79 per lb
- Gasoline, premium86% higher36% higherWas $2.91 in 2017, now $5.43 per gallonWas $4.00 in today's dollars, now $5.43 per gallon
Less inflation
- Tomatoes3% higher25% lowerWas $1.93 in 2017, now $1.99 per lbWas $2.65 in today's dollars, now $1.99 per lb
- Lemons6% higher23% lowerWas $2.01 in 2017, now $2.13 per lbWas $2.76 in today's dollars, now $2.13 per lb
- Flour7% higher22% lowerWas $0.51 in 2017, now $0.55 per lbWas $0.70 in today's dollars, now $0.55 per lb
- Spaghetti & macaroni8% higher22% lowerWas $1.28 in 2017, now $1.38 per lbWas $1.76 in today's dollars, now $1.38 per lb
- Wine9% higher21% lowerWas $12.66 in 2017, now $13.77 per literWas $17.40 in today's dollars, now $13.77 per liter
Food and energy prices in 2017
These are the average prices Americans paid in 2017, next to what the same items cost in September 2026.These 2017 prices are converted to today's dollars. This means that the changes are relative to inflation.
Gas & energy
| Item | 20172017 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline, regularper gallon | 2017$2.412017, adjusted$3.31 | Today$4.48 | Change86% higherAfter inflation35% higher |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2017$2.692017, adjusted$3.70 | Today$4.96 | Change84% higherAfter inflation34% higher |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2017$2.912017, adjusted$4.00 | Today$5.43 | Change86% higherAfter inflation36% higher |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2017$2.632017, adjusted$3.61 | Today$6.33 | Change141% higherAfter inflation75% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2017$0.142017, adjusted$0.19 | Today$0.20 | Change42% higherAfter inflation4% higher |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2017$1.022017, adjusted$1.40 | Today$1.70 | Change67% higherAfter inflation21% higher |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2017$2.452017, adjusted$3.36 | Today$5.92 | Change142% higherAfter inflation76% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20172017 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2017$3.642017, adjusted$5.01 | Today$6.79 | Change86% higherAfter inflation36% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2017$3.712017, adjusted$5.10 | Today$6.48 | Change75% higherAfter inflation27% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2017$5.632017, adjusted$7.73 | Today$8.46 | Change50% higherAfter inflation9% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2017$8.052017, adjusted$11.06 | Today$14.11 | Change75% higherAfter inflation28% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2017$5.792017, adjusted$7.96 | Today$9.84 | Change70% higherAfter inflation24% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2017$5.112017, adjusted$7.03 | Today$8.80 | Change72% higherAfter inflation25% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2017$5.152017, adjusted$7.07 | Today$9.19 | Change79% higherAfter inflation30% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2017$5.372017, adjusted$7.38 | Today$8.53 | Change59% higherAfter inflation16% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2017$5.772017, adjusted$7.93 | Today$6.76 | Change17% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2017$3.812017, adjusted$5.23 | Today$4.55 | Change19% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2017$3.872017, adjusted$5.32 | Today$5.45 | Change41% higherAfter inflation2% higher |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2017$1.472017, adjusted$2.02 | Today$2.06 | Change40% higherAfter inflation2% higher |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2017$1.452017, adjusted$2.00 | Today$1.74 | Change20% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
| Chicken breast, boneless per lb | 2017$3.202017, adjusted$4.40 | Today$4.20 | Change31% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20172017 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2017$1.472017, adjusted$2.02 | Today$2.27 | Change55% higherAfter inflation13% higher |
| Whole milkper gallon | 2017$3.232017, adjusted$4.43 | Today$4.11 | Change27% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2017$4.902017, adjusted$6.73 | Today$6.13 | Change25% higherAfter inflation9% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2017$4.252017, adjusted$5.84 | Today$4.74 | Change12% higherAfter inflation19% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2017$4.692017, adjusted$6.45 | Today$5.93 | Change26% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20172017 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2017$0.562017, adjusted$0.77 | Today$0.66 | Change17% higherAfter inflation15% lower |
| Navel orangesper lb | 2017$1.342017, adjusted$1.84 | Today$1.72 | Change29% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Grapefruit per lb | 2017$1.282017, adjusted$1.76 | Today$1.62 | Change27% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
| Lemons per lb | 2017$2.012017, adjusted$2.76 | Today$2.13 | Change6% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2017$2.342017, adjusted$3.22 | Today$2.84 | Change21% higherAfter inflation12% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2017$1.932017, adjusted$2.65 | Today$1.99 | Change3% higherAfter inflation25% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2017$0.722017, adjusted$0.99 | Today$0.99 | Change37% higherAfter inflation1% lower |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2017$1.032017, adjusted$1.41 | Today$1.64 | Change59% higherAfter inflation16% higher |
| Romaine lettuce per lb | 2017$2.112017, adjusted$2.90 | Today$3.31 | Change57% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Dried beans per lb | 2017$1.362017, adjusted$1.87 | Today$1.67 | Change23% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20172017 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2017$1.332017, adjusted$1.83 | Today$1.83 | Change37% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Flour per lb | 2017$0.512017, adjusted$0.70 | Today$0.55 | Change7% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2017$0.722017, adjusted$0.99 | Today$1.12 | Change55% higherAfter inflation13% higher |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2017$1.282017, adjusted$1.76 | Today$1.38 | Change8% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2017$0.652017, adjusted$0.89 | Today$1.02 | Change57% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2017$3.492017, adjusted$4.80 | Today$5.15 | Change48% higherAfter inflation7% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2017$4.412017, adjusted$6.06 | Today$6.67 | Change51% higherAfter inflation10% higher |
Drinks
| Item | 20172017 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2017$4.452017, adjusted$6.12 | Today$9.33 | Change110% higherAfter inflation52% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2017$1.392017, adjusted$1.91 | Today$1.88 | Change35% higherAfter inflation2% lower |
| Wineper liter | 2017$12.662017, adjusted$17.40 | Today$13.77 | Change9% higherAfter inflation21% lower |
Frequently asked questions
How much did a dozen eggs cost in 2017?
A dozen eggs cost an average of $1.47 in 2017. In September 2026, the average price was $2.27. After adjusting for inflation, that's 13% higher than in 2017.
How much did a gallon of gas cost in 2017?
A gallon of gas cost an average of $2.41 in 2017. In September 2026, the average price was $4.48. After adjusting for inflation, that's 35% higher than in 2017.
How much did a gallon of milk cost in 2017?
A gallon of milk cost an average of $3.23 in 2017. In September 2026, the average price was $4.11. After adjusting for inflation, that's 7% lower than in 2017.
How much did a pound of white bread cost in 2017?
A pound of white bread cost an average of $1.33 in 2017. In September 2026, the average price was $1.83. After adjusting for inflation, that's about the same as in 2017.
How much did a pound of ground beef cost in 2017?
A pound of ground beef cost an average of $3.64 in 2017. In September 2026, the average price was $6.79. After adjusting for inflation, that's 36% higher than in 2017.
How much did a pound of coffee cost in 2017?
A pound of coffee cost an average of $4.45 in 2017. In September 2026, the average price was $9.33. After adjusting for inflation, that's 52% higher than in 2017.
How much is $1 from 2017 worth today?
$1 in 2017 has about the same buying power as $1.37 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics consumer price index.
What was the inflation rate in 2017?
The U.S. inflation rate in 2017 was 2.1%, measured as the change in the consumer price index from 2016 to 2017.
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 2017 prices are averages for the whole year, and today's prices are from September 2026.
To adjust 2017 prices for inflation, we use the same consumer price index as our 2017 inflation calculator. The raw price data is available on the BLS website.
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| Dozen eggs | $1.47 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.41 → $4.48 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.23 → $4.11 |
| Pound of bread | $1.33 → $1.83 |
| Pound of ground beef | $3.64 → $6.79 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.45 → $9.33 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $137.46 |