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How much did a dozen eggs cost in 1943?
1943: 57 cents Egg prices continued to increase in 1943, up to 57 cents per dozen, or about $8.45 in today’s dollars. Meat and cheese rationing in the U.S. began this year, and pre-sliced bread was also banned for the duration of the war so the metal could go to the war effort.
How much was eggs in 2005?
What was the average cost of a dozen eggs in 2004?
| Year | Average Egg Prices by Year* | Average Annual CPI for Egg** |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | $1.24 | 157.300 |
| 2004 | $1.34 | 167.000 |
| 2005 | $1.22 | 144.100 |
| 2006 | $1.31 | 151 |
What was the price of a dozen eggs in 1948?
The price dropped significantly during the Great Depression and remained relatively low before topping out at 72 cents (about $7.61 today) in 1948; it then stabilized in the 55 cent range all the way up until the mid-1970s, when the price jumped up to near 80 cents (only about $3.85 today).
What did it cost to buy eggs in 1920?
It’s surprising what certain items at the grocery store would have set you back in 1920. For instance, a dozen eggs cost 47 cents ($6.06 today), one pound of round steak cost 40 cents ($5.16 today), and three pounds of macaroni cost 25 cents ($3.22 today).
How much does a dozen grade a eggs cost?
Tracking down the retail price of a dozen Grade A eggs over the decades wasn’t an easy task, as prices have varied from store to store over the years, and no supermarkets have kept track of prices for decades on end.
What was the cost of a pound of sugar in 1900?
In 1900, eggs cost an average of $0.21 per dozen. Source: U.S. BLS; In 1900, sugar cost an average of $0.587 per pound. Source: U.S. BLS; In 1900, flour cost families an average of $0.0246 per pound. Source: U.S. BLS ; In 1900, carpenters earned an average of $750 per year. Source: U.S. BLS; In 1900, engineers earned an average of $1,050 per year.