Purchasing Power Trend - The US dollar's purchasing power has significantly decreased since 1950 [1] - From 1950 to 1975, the purchasing power decreased by 45% [1] - From 1950 to 2000, the purchasing power decreased by 86% [1] - From 1950 to 2025 (projected), the purchasing power is expected to decrease by 93% [1] Specific Purchasing Power Values - In 1950, $1 had a purchasing power equivalent to $1 [1] - In 1975, $1 had a purchasing power equivalent to $055 [1] - In 2000, $1 had a purchasing power equivalent to $014 [1] - In 2025 (projected), $1 is expected to have a purchasing power equivalent to $007 [1]