Dirt Cheap
From the 1940s to 1950s, if you missed it in the coupon post, everything was cheaper. Inflation, of course, has a significant role. In addition, there is war. It is hard to overstate the importance of the 1940s as the most emotionally charged decade of the 20th century, characterized by a deep sense of patriotism, sadness, and optimism. As the “war years,” this decade is linked with World War II. But think if you could purchase everyday necessities for only a few cents each! In 1940, these were the prices of some of the most common grocery goods.
Dirt Cheap
Bread
Bread is a staple food in the country. This basic dish is typically made from flour and water that is baked in a baking pan. It’s been popular all across the globe for as long as there has been written history, and it is one of the earliest artificial foods, available since the start of agriculture. In 1940, a pound of regular sliced bread cost just eight cents, making it one of the cheapest foods available. A pound of those delectable carbohydrates will cost you $1.35 today, which is the same as the 1940 price accounting for inflation, which works out to $1.48 in today’s money.
Bread
