Inflation Calculator

Calculate the impact of inflation on purchasing power over time. See what past money is worth today.

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Calculate Inflation Impact
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US historical average: ~3.0%
About Inflation

Inflation measures how much prices increase over time, reducing the purchasing power of money.

Rule of 72: Divide 72 by the inflation rate to estimate how many years until prices double. At 3% inflation, prices double in ~24 years.

Original Value
$1,000
2024
Adjusted Value
$1,000
2024
Total Change +0%
Years 0
Multiplier 1.00x
Value Lost $0
Year-by-Year Breakdown
Year Value Annual Change Cumulative
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