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Real inflation
calculator.

Official CPI says inflation is ~52% since 2000. Your actual costs tell a different story. This tool breaks down what your budget really costs today by category.

YOUR BUDGET THEN VS NOW
Your $3,000/month in 2010 costs
$4,560
per month today
You need $1,560 more per month to maintain the same lifestyle
CATEGORY THEN NOW INCREASE

CPI sub-category data is approximate, derived from BLS CPI reports. Spending profiles are illustrative averages.

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