Inflation Calculator

Calculate the purchasing power of money over time, accounting for average annual inflation to understand real economic changes.

Inflation Calculation Inputs

Initial Amount

$

Start Year

End Year

Average Annual Inflation Rate (%)

%

Historical US average: ~3% per year

Inflation Impact

Purchasing Power Equivalent

$2,156.59

You would need $2,156.59 in 2026 to have the same buying power as $1,000.00 had in 2000.

Years of Inflation

26

Lost Purchasing Power

$1,156.59

Percent Change

+115.66%

Inflation Impact

Purchasing Power Equivalent

$2,156.59

You would need $2,156.59 in 2026 to have the same buying power as $1,000.00 had in 2000.

Years of Inflation

26

Lost Purchasing Power

$1,156.59

Percent Change

+115.66%

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