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Inflation calculator: what will your money be worth?

How much prices grow and how much purchasing power money loses over the years at a given inflation rate.

Figures checked: October 2026 · Methodology and sources

The same things will cost
1,280.08
What your amount will buy, in today's money
781.20
Purchasing power lost
21.9 %

What inflation does to your money

Inflation is the rise in prices over time. At 2.5 % a year, something that costs 1,000 today costs about 1,280 in ten years, and 1,000 in cash then buys only what about 781 buys today.

Enter an amount, an inflation rate and a number of years to see both sides: what things will cost, and what your money will be worth.

How to protect your savings

  • Keep only what you need for emergencies in cash.
  • Look for savings that earn at least inflation over the long term.
  • Review fixed costs and salary negotiations with inflation in mind.

Frequently asked questions

What inflation rate should I use?

Central banks aim for about 2 %. For long periods, 2 to 3 % is a common assumption.

What is purchasing power?

How much you can buy with a given amount. When prices rise, the same amount buys less.

Can inflation be negative?

Yes, that is deflation: prices fall. Enter a negative rate to see it.

Indicative results. This is not financial advice.

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