How much did a gallon of milk cost in 1972?
The Cost Of Living…In 1972.
New House – $27,600
Average Income – $11,859 per year
New Car – $3,853
Average Rent – $165 per month
Tuition to Harvard University – $2,800
Movie Ticket – $1.75
Gasoline – $.55 per gallon
Postage Stamp – $.08
Bacon – $.83 per pound
Eggs – $.45 per dozen
Fresh Ground Hamburger – $.64 per pound
Milk – $1.20 per gallon