Question 1

How much did gas cost in March 1997?

Accepted Answer

Gas cost $1.24 per gallon in March 1997, based on Gasoline, unleaded regular, per gallon/3.785 liters from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price Data.

Question 2

What is $1.24 in March 1997 worth in 2026?

Accepted Answer

$1.24 in 1997 has about the same purchasing power as $2.56 in 2026, using CPI-U.

How much did gas cost in March 1997?

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