Question 1

How much did gas cost in January 1984?

Accepted Answer

Gas cost $1.22 per gallon in January 1984, based on Gasoline, unleaded regular, per gallon/3.785 liters from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price Data.

Question 2

What is $1.22 in January 1984 worth in 2026?

Accepted Answer

$1.22 in 1984 has about the same purchasing power as $3.90 in 2026, using CPI-U.

How much did gas cost in January 1984?

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