Question 1

How much did ground beef cost in September 2008?

Accepted Answer

Ground beef cost $2.42 per pound in September 2008, based on Ground beef, 100% beef, per lb. (453.6 gm) from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price Data.

Question 2

What is $2.42 in September 2008 worth in 2026?

Accepted Answer

$2.42 in 2008 has about the same purchasing power as $3.74 in 2026, using CPI-U.

How much did ground beef cost in September 2008?

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