Inflation Calculator
Calculate purchasing power over time
How to Use
Choose calculation type
Select Future Value, Historical Value, or Amount Needed to maintain purchasing power.
Enter amount
Input the dollar amount you want to analyze.
Set time period
Enter the number of years for the calculation.
Set inflation rate
Enter annual inflation rate (historical average is ~3%).
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes inflation?
Inflation is caused by increased money supply, rising demand, supply chain issues, or rising production costs.
What is a normal inflation rate?
Central banks typically target 2% annual inflation. Long-term US average is about 3.2% since 1913.
How does inflation affect savings?
If your savings earn less than inflation, your purchasing power decreases. At 3% inflation, $100 today buys what $97 will buy next year.
How do I protect against inflation?
Invest in assets that historically outpace inflation: stocks, real estate, I-bonds, or TIPS (Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities).
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