Showing posts with label comparative costs per gallon. Show all posts
Showing posts with label comparative costs per gallon. Show all posts

Monday, February 27, 2012

Some perspective on the relative cost of gas

As reports on the rising cost of gas once again capture news headlines and ignite debate, it's a good time to take a closer look at gas price relative to other products in common use.  Even if prices reach $4 a gallon, gas is a bargain compared to most other consumer products.  See the graphic below for a powerful visual.   What other products do you think it would be fun or interesting to compare?


Hat tip to The Big Picture and Flowing Data.