Inflation Calculator
Calculate the impact of inflation on your money.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is inflation?
Inflation is the rate at which prices increase over time, reducing the purchasing power of money.
What is the historical average inflation rate?
US inflation has averaged about 3.2% annually since 1913. Recent years have seen higher rates.
How does inflation affect savings?
Money in a savings account earning less than inflation is losing real purchasing power over time.
How do I protect against inflation?
Invest in assets that historically outpace inflation: stocks, real estate, I-bonds, and TIPS.
What is deflation?
Deflation is negative inflation — prices decrease. It's rare and can be economically problematic.