How the inflation calculator works
Value today = Old amount × (CPI in new year ÷ CPI in old year)
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) tracks the average price of a basket of everyday goods and services. Comparing CPI values between two years shows how much prices rose.
What $1 from past years is worth in 2025
| Year | $1 then equals |
|---|---|
| 1940 | $22.99 |
| 1945 | $17.88 |
| 1950 | $13.36 |
| 1955 | $12.01 |
| 1960 | $10.87 |
| 1965 | $10.22 |
| 1970 | $8.30 |
| 1975 | $5.98 |
| 1980 | $3.91 |
| 1985 | $2.99 |
| 1990 | $2.46 |
| 1995 | $2.11 |
| 2000 | $1.87 |
| 2010 | $1.48 |
Frequently asked questions
What is $100 from 1960 worth today?
About $1,087 in 2025 dollars, based on the Consumer Price Index.
Why do prices go up over time?
Inflation happens when the general level of prices rises, often because of economic growth, higher costs, and more money in the economy.
Is this the same as what my house would be worth?
No. Home values, wages and specific products can rise much faster or slower than average inflation.
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics – CPI-U annual averages
- Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis – Consumer Price Index, 1913–
Last reviewed: November 2026 · By the GoldenYearsTools team at XplainedDaily · How we build our tools