Question 1

How much did gas cost in October 1987?

Accepted Answer

Gas cost $0.98 per gallon in October 1987, based on Gasoline, unleaded regular, per gallon/3.785 liters from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price Data.

Question 2

What is $0.98 in October 1987 worth in 2026?

Accepted Answer

$0.98 in 1987 has about the same purchasing power as $2.86 in 2026, using CPI-U.

How much did gas cost in October 1987?

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