Inflation Impact Calculator

See how inflation erodes your money’s value over time. Enter your amount, inflation rate, and years to visualize the impact.

Understanding Inflation

What is inflation? Inflation is the general rise in prices over time, which means each dollar buys less than before. Even a low inflation rate can significantly reduce your money’s value over many years.

Why does it matter? If your savings or income don’t keep up with inflation, your purchasing power shrinks. Planning for inflation is crucial for retirement, long-term savings, and everyday budgeting.

Example: If you have $10,000 today and inflation averages 3% per year, in 20 years your money will only buy what $5,500 does today.

Pro Tip: Invest in assets that historically outpace inflation, like stocks or real estate, to help preserve your wealth.

Did you know? The U.S. dollar has lost over 90% of its purchasing power in the last 100 years due to inflation.

How it works: Inflation reduces the purchasing power of your money. This tool shows what your money will be worth in the future, adjusted for inflation.