Inflation Calculator is a free online tool to see how inflation affects the value of money.
In the United States, $ 100.00 in 2015 is equivalent to $ 134.54 in 2025.
So for theses 10 years, that's is a difference of 34.54%!
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This site can give you the value of your currency at different dates. You can thus see the concrete impact of inflation.
FAQ
What is inflation?
Inflation is an economic phenomenon characterized by a general and sustained increase in the prices of goods and services in an economy over a given period. It means that the purchasing power of a unit of money decreases, because over time, more money has to be spent to buy the same items.
Inflation is often measured by price indices, such as the consumer price index (CPI) which tracks the cost of a fixed basket of goods and services representative of current household purchases.
What are the consequences of inflation?
Inflation has several significant consequences:
Loss of purchasing power: One of the most direct consequences of inflation is that the prices of goods and services increase, which means that the same amount of money buys less than before. This reduces the purchasing power of consumers.
Eroded savings: If inflation is higher than the interest rates one earns on savings accounts, then the real value of savings decreases. Money deposited into an account earns less real value over time.
Fixed income: People living on fixed income, such as retirees with pensions not indexed to inflation, may see their standard of living fall because their income does not adjust enough to compensate for the increased cost of living.
Increased borrowing costs: If the central bank raises interest rates to control inflation, this can make borrowing more expensive. People with variable rate debt may see their payments increase.
Investments: Investments in assets not indexed to inflation, such as certain bonds, may lose value in real terms. On the other hand, certain assets, such as real estate or stocks, can offer some protection against inflation.
Pressure on wages: In an inflationary environment, there may be pressure for wages to increase. However, if wages do not increase at the same rate as inflation, it can erode workers’ purchasing power.