r/interestingasfuck • u/Charming_History7423 • 12d ago

/r/all McDonald's in the 80s compared to today

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u/Wookie301 12d ago

The burgers tasted better back then too

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u/JorisGeorge 12d ago

Prices were also more Fastfood Chain worthy.

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u/haberdasherhero 12d ago

Just using inflation is deceptive.

A big Mac in 1980 costs 33% of what you'd make in an hour at minimum wage.

In 2025 a big mac costs 78% of what you'll make in an hour at minimum wage.

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u/No-Neat2520 12d ago

It's not deceptive, it's proof wages haven't increased.