Infographic: The Cost of Summer Fun Then and Now


Summer is a time to have fun and relax, but nowadays that fun is going to cost you. Take a look at this Bankrate.com infographic comparing the price of summer fun in the 1920s to prices today. Did you know you could get a hamburger for 24 cents back in 1935?

You’ll definitely be the center of attention at the next beach party when you share these cool facts.

*The Bureau of Labor Statistics inflation calculator covers 1913 through the present. These pre-1913 prices were adjusted for inflation using different government data that include 1800 through 2013. Check out the inflation calculator.

 


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