This inflation calculator uses the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) from 1913 to 2025 to estimate the U.S. dollar's buying power and future value.

Inflation dropped slightly in April, yet it's still close to a 40-year high, with consumer prices rising at an annual rate of 8.3%. Rising costs for housing, food, airfares and new cars were the ...

Inflation has a direct effect on financial security. High inflation reduces purchasing power and damages long-term savings. Money saved for long-term objectives like retirement or education gradually ...

Saving three to six months of emergency savings is a must, especially during times of economic uncertainty. However, rising inflation means that a $10,000 safety net might not be able to buy as much ...