Question 1

How much did gas cost in May 1977?

Accepted Answer

Gas cost $0.66 per gallon in May 1977, based on Gasoline, unleaded regular, per gallon/3.785 liters from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price Data.

Question 2

What is $0.66 in May 1977 worth in 2026?

Accepted Answer

$0.66 in 1977 has about the same purchasing power as $3.62 in 2026, using CPI-U.

How much did gas cost in May 1977?

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