Lyndon B. Johnson, U.S. President, November 22, 1963 – January 20, 1969. Photo from History.com.

As we approach the 50^th anniversary of the Gateway Arch on October 28, we’re feeling nostalgic. A lot has happened in the last 50 years: We landed on the moon, the Berlin Wall fell, and Pluto was revoked of its “planet” status. The cost of living has also increased – a lot. Compared to 1965, the average cost of a home in the United States is now $340,100 higher; a new abode cost just $21,500 in 1965!

All of this made us curious: What were the average prices of other necessities five decades ago?

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1. Price of a new car: $2,650

2. Price of gas per gallon: $0.31

3. Price of a first-class stamp: $0.05

4. Price of a loaf of bread: $0.21

5. Price of a dozen eggs: $0.53

6. Price of a gallon of milk: $0.95

7. Price of a hamburger with fries, salad and dessert: $1

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8. Price of a six-pack of beer: $0.99

9. Price of a can of hair spray: $0.47

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10. Price of the New York Times’ Monday-Saturday edition: $0.10

11. Price of a bedspread: $2.50

Sources: 1960sflashback.com; dummies.com; census.gov; thepeoplehistory.com