Pumpkin Spice Latte Inflation Tracker
The PSL launched in 2005 at $3.35/grande. If it had only risen with general US inflation (~68%), it would cost about $5.63 today — it actually averages $6.66 (2026, media-reported). That $1.03/cup gap is the "excess" shown above. Figures are media-reported, not a Starbucks or BLS primary source, and vary by location ($5.75–$7.25).
Free pumpkin spice latte cost calculator — enter how many PSLs you buy per week and see your personal seasonal spend, plus how much of the 2005-2026 price increase is 'excess' over general inflation.
How it works
- Enter how many PSLs you buy per week and how many weeks the season lasts for you
- See your total seasonal spend at the 2026 average price ($6.66/grande)
- See how much of that reflects a real price increase beyond general inflation, not just rising prices overall
Frequently asked questions
Is $6.66 the exact price everywhere?
No — this is an average figure reported across US media coverage in 2026. Actual grande PSL prices vary by location, roughly $5.75 to $7.25.
What does 'excess over inflation' mean here?
The PSL launched in 2005 at $3.35. If it had only risen with general US inflation (~68% since then), it would cost about $5.63 today. It actually costs about $6.66 — the difference is the part of the price increase that outpaced inflation.
Where do these numbers come from?
Media-reported figures (multiple 2026 US outlets citing the same pricing analysis), not a Starbucks press release or raw BLS data — treat them as a well-sourced estimate, not an official statistic.
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Update history
- 2026-09-28 Launched: personal seasonal PSL spend calculator plus an 'excess over inflation' breakdown, based on media-reported 2005-2026 pricing. Entirely client-side.