Inflation Calculator
About Inflation Calculator
The inflation calculator projects how prices and purchasing power change over time using a steady annual inflation rate.
How to Use
The inflation calculator projects how prices and purchasing power change over time using a steady annual inflation rate. Enter the Starting amount, Annual inflation rate, and Years values and review the Future cost, Purchasing power, and Cumulative inflation outputs after you calculate.
- Open the calculator : Use Inflation Calculator from the Finance category.
- Check the inputs : Review the required values and any optional settings.
- Read the formula : Use the formula and notes below to understand how the result is produced.
Common Questions
What does the Inflation Calculator estimate?
Estimate future cost and purchasing power after inflation.
What can change the estimate?
This is an estimate, so taxes, fees, payment timing, compounding, and changing returns can move the result.
Inputs
- Starting amount
- Annual inflation rate
- Years
Outputs
- Future cost
- Purchasing power
- Cumulative inflation
Formula
Future cost = starting amount × (1 + inflation rate)^years.