Question 1

How much did gas cost in December 2008?

Accepted Answer

Gas cost $1.69 per gallon in December 2008, based on Gasoline, unleaded regular, per gallon/3.785 liters from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price Data.

Question 2

What is $1.69 in December 2008 worth in 2026?

Accepted Answer

$1.69 in 2008 has about the same purchasing power as $2.61 in 2026, using CPI-U.

How much did gas cost in December 2008?

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