Question 1

How much did gas cost in 1980?

Accepted Answer

Gas cost $1.25 per gallon in 1980, based on Gasoline, unleaded regular, per gallon/3.785 liters from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price Data.

Question 2

What is $1.25 in 1980 worth in 2026?

Accepted Answer

$1.25 in 1980 has about the same purchasing power as $5.03 in 2026, using CPI-U.