Since 2000, the cost of many everyday items has grown sharply,
Inflation(U.S. Consumer Price Index)
+33%
Postage(First Class Stamp)
+36%
+141%+147%
Air Travel(Round Trip Domestic Fare + Fees)
NFL Game(Non-Premium Ticket)
Gasoline(Per Gallon Unleaded)
College Education(Public University Undergraduate Annual Tuition)
+59%
+19%
Sources: Air Travel: BTS.gov, Inflation: BLS.gov, Postage: USPS.com, NFL Game: NFL.com, Gasoline: EIA.gov, College Education: CollegeBoard.org
Airfare remains a true bargain and has risen less than overall U.S. inflation.For more information, visit Airlines.org
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