See how inflation erodes purchasing power. Calculate the real value of money over any period using a fixed annual inflation rate or historical US CPI averages.
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Enter any dollar amount, start and end years, and an inflation rate to see the real value change.
| Decade | Average Annual CPI Inflation | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 7.1% | 100.6% over 10 years |
| 1980s | 5.1% | 64.8% over 10 years |
| 1990s | 3.0% | 34.2% over 10 years |
| 2000s | 2.6% | 29.0% over 10 years |
| 2010s | 1.8% | 19.5% over 10 years |
| 2020-2023 | 5.4% | 23.2% over 4 years |