Question 1

How much did gas cost in 2000?

Accepted Answer

Gas cost $1.51 per gallon in 2000, based on Gasoline, unleaded regular, per gallon/3.785 liters from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price Data.

Question 2

What is $1.51 in 2000 worth in 2026?

Accepted Answer

$1.51 in 2000 has about the same purchasing power as $2.92 in 2026, using CPI-U.