Prices are now 31% higher than in 2019
In 2019, a dozen eggs cost $1.40, a gallon of gas cost $2.64 and a gallon of milk cost $3.04.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, something that cost $100 in 2019 costs about $131.03 today. The inflation rate in 2019 was 1.8%, and total inflation from 2019 to August 2026 was 31%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2019 was for ground coffee (up 71%), and the biggest drop was for lemons (down 24%).
| Dozen eggs | $1.40 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.64 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.04 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $1.30 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $3.81 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.14 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $131.03 |
Biggest price changes since 2019
The lists below break down price changes by item.
Each list shows average prices in 2019 compared to the price today. These are the actual prices people paid on average. For comparison, prices overall rose 31% between 2019 and August 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 31% inflation between 2019 and August 2026.
More inflation
- Ground coffee125% higher71% higherWas $4.14 in 2019, now $9.30 per lbWas $5.43 in today's dollars, now $9.30 per lb
- Ground beef82% higher39% higherWas $3.81 in 2019, now $6.92 per lbWas $4.99 in today's dollars, now $6.92 per lb
- Diesel fuel80% higher38% higherWas $3.07 in 2019, now $5.55 per gallonWas $4.03 in today's dollars, now $5.55 per gallon
- Chuck roast77% higher35% higherWas $5.35 in 2019, now $9.45 per lbWas $7.01 in today's dollars, now $9.45 per lb
- Sugar74% higher32% higherWas $0.59 in 2019, now $1.02 per lbWas $0.77 in today's dollars, now $1.02 per lb
Less inflation
- Lemons1% lower24% lowerWas $2.13 in 2019, now $2.11 per lbWas $2.79 in today's dollars, now $2.11 per lb
- Butter1% higher23% lowerWas $3.98 in 2019, now $4.02 per lbWas $5.22 in today's dollars, now $4.02 per lb
- Tomatoes2% higher22% lowerWas $1.93 in 2019, now $1.98 per lbWas $2.53 in today's dollars, now $1.98 per lb
- Strawberries5% higher20% lowerWas $2.46 in 2019, now $2.58 per 12 ozWas $3.23 in today's dollars, now $2.58 per 12 oz
- Cheddar cheese13% higher14% lowerWas $5.31 in 2019, now $5.98 per lbWas $6.95 in today's dollars, now $5.98 per lb
Food and energy prices in 2019
These are the average prices Americans paid in 2019, next to what the same items cost in August 2026.These 2019 prices are converted to today's dollars. This means that the changes are relative to inflation.
Gas & energy
| Item | 20192019 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline, regularper gallon | 2019$2.642019, adjusted$3.45 | Today$4.20 | Change59% higherAfter inflation22% higher |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2019$2.962019, adjusted$3.88 | Today$4.69 | Change58% higherAfter inflation21% higher |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2019$3.212019, adjusted$4.21 | Today$5.13 | Change60% higherAfter inflation22% higher |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2019$3.072019, adjusted$4.03 | Today$5.55 | Change80% higherAfter inflation38% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2019$0.142019, adjusted$0.18 | Today$0.20 | Change44% higherAfter inflation10% higher |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2019$1.042019, adjusted$1.37 | Today$1.71 | Change64% higherAfter inflation25% higher |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2019$2.982019, adjusted$3.91 | Today$5.15 | Change72% higherAfter inflation32% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20192019 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2019$3.812019, adjusted$4.99 | Today$6.92 | Change82% higherAfter inflation39% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2019$3.942019, adjusted$5.16 | Today$6.77 | Change72% higherAfter inflation31% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2019$5.382019, adjusted$7.05 | Today$8.57 | Change59% higherAfter inflation22% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2019$8.372019, adjusted$10.97 | Today$14.36 | Change71% higherAfter inflation31% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2019$5.832019, adjusted$7.64 | Today$9.69 | Change66% higherAfter inflation27% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2019$5.202019, adjusted$6.82 | Today$8.96 | Change72% higherAfter inflation31% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2019$5.352019, adjusted$7.01 | Today$9.45 | Change77% higherAfter inflation35% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2019$5.642019, adjusted$7.40 | Today$8.59 | Change52% higherAfter inflation16% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2019$5.612019, adjusted$7.35 | Today$6.61 | Change18% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2019$3.762019, adjusted$4.93 | Today$4.53 | Change20% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2019$4.242019, adjusted$5.55 | Today$5.38 | Change27% higherAfter inflation3% lower |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2019$1.502019, adjusted$1.96 | Today$2.01 | Change35% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2019$1.432019, adjusted$1.87 | Today$1.67 | Change17% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
| Chicken breast, boneless per lb | 2019$3.022019, adjusted$3.95 | Today$4.17 | Change38% higherAfter inflation6% higher |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20192019 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2019$1.402019, adjusted$1.83 | Today$2.27 | Change63% higherAfter inflation24% higher |
| Whole milk per gallon | 2019$3.042019, adjusted$3.98 | Today$4.23 | Change39% higherAfter inflation6% higher |
| Low-fat milk per gallon | 2019$2.722019, adjusted$3.56 | Today$3.72 | Change37% higherAfter inflation4% higher |
| Butterper lb | 2019$3.982019, adjusted$5.22 | Today$4.02 | Change1% higherAfter inflation23% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2019$5.312019, adjusted$6.95 | Today$5.98 | Change13% higherAfter inflation14% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2019$3.882019, adjusted$5.08 | Today$4.75 | Change22% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2019$4.812019, adjusted$6.31 | Today$5.85 | Change22% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Yogurt per 8 oz | 2019$1.122019, adjusted$1.46 | Today$1.58 | Change42% higherAfter inflation8% higher |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20192019 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2019$0.572019, adjusted$0.75 | Today$0.65 | Change14% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
| Navel orangesper lb | 2019$1.372019, adjusted$1.79 | Today$1.71 | Change25% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
| Grapefruit per lb | 2019$1.352019, adjusted$1.76 | Today$1.60 | Change19% higherAfter inflation9% lower |
| Lemons per lb | 2019$2.132019, adjusted$2.79 | Today$2.11 | Change1% lowerAfter inflation24% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2019$2.462019, adjusted$3.23 | Today$2.58 | Change5% higherAfter inflation20% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2019$1.932019, adjusted$2.53 | Today$1.98 | Change2% higherAfter inflation22% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2019$0.772019, adjusted$1.01 | Today$0.98 | Change27% higherAfter inflation3% lower |
| Iceberg lettuceper lb | 2019$1.182019, adjusted$1.55 | Today$1.47 | Change24% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
| Romaine lettuce per lb | 2019$2.202019, adjusted$2.89 | Today$3.29 | Change49% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Dried beans per lb | 2019$1.342019, adjusted$1.76 | Today$1.63 | Change21% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20192019 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2019$1.302019, adjusted$1.70 | Today$1.82 | Change40% higherAfter inflation7% higher |
| Flour per lb | 2019$0.442019, adjusted$0.58 | Today$0.55 | Change24% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2019$0.762019, adjusted$1.00 | Today$1.11 | Change45% higherAfter inflation11% higher |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2019$1.212019, adjusted$1.58 | Today$1.37 | Change14% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2019$0.592019, adjusted$0.77 | Today$1.02 | Change74% higherAfter inflation32% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2019$3.492019, adjusted$4.58 | Today$5.21 | Change49% higherAfter inflation14% higher |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2019$4.492019, adjusted$5.88 | Today$6.75 | Change51% higherAfter inflation15% higher |
Drinks
| Item | 20192019 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2019$4.142019, adjusted$5.43 | Today$9.30 | Change125% higherAfter inflation71% higher |
| Soda per 2 liters | 2019$1.562019, adjusted$2.04 | Today$2.23 | Change43% higherAfter inflation9% higher |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2019$1.442019, adjusted$1.88 | Today$1.88 | Change31% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Wineper liter | 2019$12.062019, adjusted$15.80 | Today$13.75 | Change14% higherAfter inflation13% lower |
Frequently asked questions
How much did a dozen eggs cost in 2019?
A dozen eggs cost an average of $1.40 in 2019. In August 2026, the average price was $2.27. After adjusting for inflation, that's 24% higher than in 2019.
How much did a gallon of gas cost in 2019?
A gallon of gas cost an average of $2.64 in 2019. In August 2026, the average price was $4.20. After adjusting for inflation, that's 22% higher than in 2019.
How much did a gallon of milk cost in 2019?
A gallon of milk cost an average of $3.04 in 2019. In August 2026, the average price was $4.23. After adjusting for inflation, that's 6% higher than in 2019.
How much did a pound of white bread cost in 2019?
A pound of white bread cost an average of $1.30 in 2019. In August 2026, the average price was $1.82. After adjusting for inflation, that's 7% higher than in 2019.
How much did a pound of ground beef cost in 2019?
A pound of ground beef cost an average of $3.81 in 2019. In August 2026, the average price was $6.92. After adjusting for inflation, that's 39% higher than in 2019.
How much did a pound of coffee cost in 2019?
A pound of coffee cost an average of $4.14 in 2019. In August 2026, the average price was $9.30. After adjusting for inflation, that's 71% higher than in 2019.
How much is $1 from 2019 worth today?
$1 in 2019 has about the same buying power as $1.31 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics consumer price index.
What was the inflation rate in 2019?
The U.S. inflation rate in 2019 was 1.8%, measured as the change in the consumer price index from 2018 to 2019.
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 2019 prices are averages for the whole year, and today's prices are from August 2026.
To adjust 2019 prices for inflation, we use the same consumer price index as our 2019 inflation calculator. The raw price data is available on the BLS website.
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| Dozen eggs | $1.40 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $2.64 → $4.20 |
| Gallon of milk | $3.04 → $4.23 |
| Pound of bread | $1.30 → $1.82 |
| Pound of ground beef | $3.81 → $6.92 |
| Pound of coffee | $4.14 → $9.30 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $131.03 |