Inflation Calculator
Shows how inflation changes purchasing power over time.
Inflation quietly erodes what your money can buy over time. Lilu Baba's Inflation Calculator shows the future equivalent cost of today's amount at a given inflation rate.
How to use this calculator
- Enter today's cost of the item or goal.
- Set the expected annual inflation rate.
- See what the same thing will cost in the future, and how much purchasing power is lost.
Future Equivalent Cost
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Purchasing Power Lost
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FAQ
Inflation Calculator — frequently asked questions
India's long-term average consumer inflation has historically been in the 4-7% range, but check current RBI/government data for the latest estimate.
It reflects how much less your fixed present amount would be able to buy at the future, inflated cost.