Prices are now 15% higher than in 2022
In 2022, a dozen eggs cost $2.86, a gallon of gas cost $4.09 and a gallon of milk cost $4.09.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, something that cost $100 in 2022 costs about $115.13 today. The inflation rate in 2022 was 8.0%, and total inflation from 2022 to September 2026 was 15%.
The effects of inflation can vary. Adjusted for inflation, the biggest increase since 2022 was for ground coffee (up 38%), and the biggest drop was for grade A large eggs (down 31%).
| Dozen eggs | $2.86 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $4.09 → $4.48 |
| Gallon of milk | $4.09 → $4.11 |
| Pound of bread | $1.70 → $1.83 |
| Pound of ground beef | $4.81 → $6.79 |
| Pound of coffee | $5.89 → $9.33 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $115.13 |
Biggest price changes since 2022
The lists below break down price changes by item.
Each list shows average prices in 2022 compared to the price today. These are the actual prices people paid on average. For comparison, prices overall rose 15% between 2022 and September 2026.These prices are inflation-adjusted, meaning all values shown are adjusted for the baseline of 15% inflation between 2022 and September 2026.
More inflation
- Ground coffee58% higher38% higherWas $5.89 in 2022, now $9.33 per lbWas $6.78 in today's dollars, now $9.33 per lb
- Round roast42% higher23% higherWas $6.21 in 2022, now $8.80 per lbWas $7.15 in today's dollars, now $8.80 per lb
- Ground beef41% higher23% higherWas $4.81 in 2022, now $6.79 per lbWas $5.54 in today's dollars, now $6.79 per lb
- Round steak36% higher18% higherWas $7.26 in 2022, now $9.84 per lbWas $8.36 in today's dollars, now $9.84 per lb
- Sirloin steak34% higher16% higherWas $10.52 in 2022, now $14.11 per lbWas $12.11 in today's dollars, now $14.11 per lb
Less inflation
- Eggs, grade A large20% lower31% lowerWas $2.86 in 2022, now $2.27 per dozenWas $3.29 in today's dollars, now $2.27 per dozen
- Butter10% lower22% lowerWas $4.38 in 2022, now $3.96 per lbWas $5.05 in today's dollars, now $3.96 per lb
- Chicken legs8% lower20% lowerWas $1.90 in 2022, now $1.74 per lbWas $2.19 in today's dollars, now $1.74 per lb
- Bacon8% lower20% lowerWas $7.31 in 2022, now $6.76 per lbWas $8.41 in today's dollars, now $6.76 per lb
- Low-fat milk4% lower17% lowerWas $3.75 in 2022, now $3.59 per gallonWas $4.31 in today's dollars, now $3.59 per gallon
Food and energy prices in 2022
These are the average prices Americans paid in 2022, next to what the same items cost in September 2026.These 2022 prices are converted to today's dollars. This means that the changes are relative to inflation.
Gas & energy
| Item | 20222022 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline, regularper gallon | 2022$4.092022, adjusted$4.71 | Today$4.48 | Change9% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
| Gasoline, midgradeper gallon | 2022$4.432022, adjusted$5.10 | Today$4.96 | Change12% higherAfter inflation3% lower |
| Gasoline, premiumper gallon | 2022$4.862022, adjusted$5.60 | Today$5.43 | Change12% higherAfter inflation3% lower |
| Diesel fuel per gallon | 2022$5.012022, adjusted$5.77 | Today$6.33 | Change26% higherAfter inflation10% higher |
| Electricityper kWh | 2022$0.162022, adjusted$0.18 | Today$0.20 | Change24% higherAfter inflation7% higher |
| Natural gas (piped)per therm | 2022$1.582022, adjusted$1.82 | Today$1.70 | Change8% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Heating oilper gallon | 2022$5.012022, adjusted$5.77 | Today$5.92 | Change18% higherAfter inflation3% higher |
Meat & poultry
| Item | 20222022 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground beef per lb | 2022$4.812022, adjusted$5.54 | Today$6.79 | Change41% higherAfter inflation23% higher |
| Ground chuck per lb | 2022$4.872022, adjusted$5.61 | Today$6.48 | Change33% higherAfter inflation16% higher |
| Ground beef, lean per lb | 2022$6.502022, adjusted$7.48 | Today$8.46 | Change30% higherAfter inflation13% higher |
| Sirloin steak per lb | 2022$10.522022, adjusted$12.11 | Today$14.11 | Change34% higherAfter inflation16% higher |
| Round steak per lb | 2022$7.262022, adjusted$8.36 | Today$9.84 | Change36% higherAfter inflation18% higher |
| Round roast per lb | 2022$6.212022, adjusted$7.15 | Today$8.80 | Change42% higherAfter inflation23% higher |
| Chuck roast per lb | 2022$6.892022, adjusted$7.93 | Today$9.19 | Change33% higherAfter inflation16% higher |
| Beef stew meat per lb | 2022$6.952022, adjusted$8.00 | Today$8.53 | Change23% higherAfter inflation7% higher |
| Baconper lb | 2022$7.312022, adjusted$8.41 | Today$6.76 | Change8% lowerAfter inflation20% lower |
| Pork chops, boneless per lb | 2022$4.492022, adjusted$5.17 | Today$4.55 | Change1% higherAfter inflation12% lower |
| Ham, bonelessper lb | 2022$5.292022, adjusted$6.09 | Today$5.45 | Change3% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
| Whole chickenper lb | 2022$1.802022, adjusted$2.07 | Today$2.06 | Change15% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Chicken legs per lb | 2022$1.902022, adjusted$2.19 | Today$1.74 | Change8% lowerAfter inflation20% lower |
| Chicken breast, boneless per lb | 2022$4.322022, adjusted$4.98 | Today$4.20 | Change3% lowerAfter inflation16% lower |
Dairy & eggs
| Item | 20222022 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs, grade A largeper dozen | 2022$2.862022, adjusted$3.29 | Today$2.27 | Change20% lowerAfter inflation31% lower |
| Whole milkper gallon | 2022$4.092022, adjusted$4.71 | Today$4.11 | Changeno changeAfter inflation13% lower |
| Low-fat milk per gallon | 2022$3.752022, adjusted$4.31 | Today$3.59 | Change4% lowerAfter inflation17% lower |
| Butterper lb | 2022$4.382022, adjusted$5.05 | Today$3.96 | Change10% lowerAfter inflation22% lower |
| Cheddar cheese per lb | 2022$5.762022, adjusted$6.63 | Today$6.13 | Change6% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
| American cheese per lb | 2022$4.402022, adjusted$5.07 | Today$4.74 | Change8% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Ice cream per ½ gallon | 2022$5.432022, adjusted$6.25 | Today$5.93 | Change9% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
| Yogurt per 8 oz | 2022$1.392022, adjusted$1.60 | Today$1.58 | Change13% higherAfter inflation2% lower |
Fruits & vegetables
| Item | 20222022 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananasper lb | 2022$0.642022, adjusted$0.73 | Today$0.66 | Change3% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Navel orangesper lb | 2022$1.572022, adjusted$1.81 | Today$1.72 | Change10% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
| Lemons per lb | 2022$2.132022, adjusted$2.45 | Today$2.13 | Changeno changeAfter inflation13% lower |
| Strawberries per 12 oz | 2022$2.882022, adjusted$3.31 | Today$2.84 | Change1% lowerAfter inflation14% lower |
| Tomatoesper lb | 2022$1.912022, adjusted$2.20 | Today$1.99 | Change4% higherAfter inflation10% lower |
| Potatoesper lb | 2022$0.912022, adjusted$1.04 | Today$0.99 | Change9% higherAfter inflation5% lower |
| Romaine lettuce per lb | 2022$3.142022, adjusted$3.61 | Today$3.31 | Change6% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
| Dried beans per lb | 2022$1.642022, adjusted$1.89 | Today$1.67 | Change2% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
Pantry & bakery
| Item | 20222022 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White breadper lb | 2022$1.702022, adjusted$1.96 | Today$1.83 | Change8% higherAfter inflation7% lower |
| Flour per lb | 2022$0.492022, adjusted$0.57 | Today$0.55 | Change10% higherAfter inflation4% lower |
| Riceper lb | 2022$0.912022, adjusted$1.05 | Today$1.12 | Change22% higherAfter inflation6% higher |
| Spaghetti & macaroniper lb | 2022$1.302022, adjusted$1.49 | Today$1.38 | Change6% higherAfter inflation8% lower |
| Sugar per lb | 2022$0.782022, adjusted$0.90 | Today$1.02 | Change30% higherAfter inflation13% higher |
| Chocolate chip cookiesper lb | 2022$4.562022, adjusted$5.25 | Today$5.15 | Change13% higherAfter inflation2% lower |
| Potato chipsper 16 oz | 2022$5.832022, adjusted$6.71 | Today$6.67 | Change14% higherAfter inflation1% lower |
Drinks
| Item | 20222022 (adjusted) | Today | ChangeChange after inflation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground coffeeper lb | 2022$5.892022, adjusted$6.78 | Today$9.33 | Change58% higherAfter inflation38% higher |
| Soda per 2 liters | 2022$1.982022, adjusted$2.28 | Today$2.27 | Change15% higherAfter inflationno change |
| Beerper 16 oz | 2022$1.662022, adjusted$1.91 | Today$1.88 | Change13% higherAfter inflation2% lower |
| Wineper liter | 2022$13.482022, adjusted$15.52 | Today$13.77 | Change2% higherAfter inflation11% lower |
Frequently asked questions
How much did a dozen eggs cost in 2022?
A dozen eggs cost an average of $2.86 in 2022. In September 2026, the average price was $2.27. After adjusting for inflation, that's 31% lower than in 2022.
How much did a gallon of gas cost in 2022?
A gallon of gas cost an average of $4.09 in 2022. In September 2026, the average price was $4.48. After adjusting for inflation, that's 5% lower than in 2022.
How much did a gallon of milk cost in 2022?
A gallon of milk cost an average of $4.09 in 2022. In September 2026, the average price was $4.11. After adjusting for inflation, that's 13% lower than in 2022.
How much did a pound of white bread cost in 2022?
A pound of white bread cost an average of $1.70 in 2022. In September 2026, the average price was $1.83. After adjusting for inflation, that's 7% lower than in 2022.
How much did a pound of ground beef cost in 2022?
A pound of ground beef cost an average of $4.81 in 2022. In September 2026, the average price was $6.79. After adjusting for inflation, that's 23% higher than in 2022.
How much did a pound of coffee cost in 2022?
A pound of coffee cost an average of $5.89 in 2022. In September 2026, the average price was $9.33. After adjusting for inflation, that's 38% higher than in 2022.
How much is $1 from 2022 worth today?
$1 in 2022 has about the same buying power as $1.15 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics consumer price index.
What was the inflation rate in 2022?
The U.S. inflation rate in 2022 was 8.0%, measured as the change in the consumer price index from 2021 to 2022.
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 2022 prices are averages for the whole year, and today's prices are from September 2026.
To adjust 2022 prices for inflation, we use the same consumer price index as our 2022 inflation calculator. The raw price data is available on the BLS website.
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| Dozen eggs | $2.86 → $2.27 |
| Gallon of gas | $4.09 → $4.48 |
| Gallon of milk | $4.09 → $4.11 |
| Pound of bread | $1.70 → $1.83 |
| Pound of ground beef | $4.81 → $6.79 |
| Pound of coffee | $5.89 → $9.33 |
| All prices, on average | $100.00 → $115.13 |