Question 1

How much did gas cost in October 1979?

Accepted Answer

Gas cost $1.03 per gallon in October 1979, based on Gasoline, unleaded regular, per gallon/3.785 liters from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price Data.

Question 2

What is $1.03 in October 1979 worth in 2026?

Accepted Answer

$1.03 in 1979 has about the same purchasing power as $4.72 in 2026, using CPI-U.

How much did gas cost in October 1979?

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