Inflation Calculator for USA
Track the historical purchasing power of the US Dollar and calculate inflation-adjusted values over time.
Calculate Inflation
Inflation Impact
Original Value
$100.00
Inflation Adjusted
$102.50
Historical Inflation Rates
| Year | Annual Inflation Rate | Average CPI | Year End CPI |
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What is Inflation?
Inflation refers to the general increase in prices of goods and services over time, resulting in a decrease in the purchasing power of money. As inflation rises, each unit of currency buys fewer goods and services.
The most common measure of inflation is the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks the average change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers for a market basket of consumer goods and services.
Why is Inflation Important?
- It affects the cost of living, interest rates, and investment returns.
- Understanding inflation helps in making informed financial decisions.
- It impacts retirement planning and the long-term value of savings.
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter an Amount: Input the dollar amount you want to adjust for inflation.
- Select Start Date: Choose the starting month and year for the inflation calculation.
- Select End Date: Choose the ending month and year for the inflation calculation.
- Calculate: Click the "Calculate" button to see the inflation-adjusted value.
Key Results:
- Inflation Rate: The average annual inflation rate between the two selected dates.
- Adjusted For Inflation: The value of your money in the end year, adjusted for inflation.
- Purchasing Power Change: The percentage decrease in purchasing power over the selected period.
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