Question 1

How much did gas cost in 1990?

Accepted Answer

Gas cost $1.16 per gallon in 1990, based on Gasoline, unleaded regular, per gallon/3.785 liters from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price Data.

Question 2

What is $1.16 in 1990 worth in 2026?

Accepted Answer

$1.16 in 1990 has about the same purchasing power as $2.97 in 2026, using CPI-U.