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12 Things That Cost Less Today Than in the 1900s

Eggs

1950s: Eggs were 79 cents for a dozen — $8.47 in current dollars.

Today: Eggs normally go for around $2.50 a dozen at Walmart.

For $8.00, you can buy organic pasture raised eggs, “made with fresh air and sunshine,” (no joke, that’s how they’re advertised) from Whole Foods.

If you spend too much on your food budget, check out 6 Tips to Reduce Food Waste and Cut Your Grocery Bill.

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