Inflation Calculator
Calculate the impact of inflation on purchasing power over time
About Inflation Calculator
The Inflation Calculator uses US CPI-U data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (1913-2025) to show how purchasing power changes over time due to inflation.
How to Use
Enter an amount, select start and end years, and calculate to see the equivalent purchasing power. Use reverse mode to find what past amount equals a target future amount.
Use Cases
- Compare purchasing power of historical dollar amounts to today
- Understand how inflation has eroded savings over decades
- Plan future expenses by accounting for historical inflation rates