Saturday, January 12, 2008

August 1st, 1934 - Cost of Living


How Much Did it Cost in 1934???

Average new house: $5,970
Average Income: $1,600
New Car: $625
Rent: $20 / month
Tuition at Harvard: $410 per year
Movie Ticket: 25 cents
Gas: 10 cents / gallon
First Class Stamp: 3 cents

Sugar: 59 cents / 10 lbs
Milk: 45 cents / gallon
Coffee: 35 cents / lb
Bacon: 25 cents / lb
Eggs: 17 cents per 12
Hamburger: 12 cents / lb
Bread: 8 cents / loaf

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