In a remarkable discovery, a man stumbled upon an abandoned McDonald's on a remote Alaskan island. What he found inside was a glimpse into the past, as the menu revealed shockingly low prices from 1994.
This finding has attracted the attention of many people, highlighting the drastic change in fast food prices over the years.
Man finds McDonald's on a remote Alaskan island
Chris Luckhardt, the explorer who made the discovery, recorded his journey on YouTube and shared the jaw-dropping menu prices with the viewers on social media platforms.
The McDonald's restaurant appeared to have been untouched since 1994, and its menu showcased prices that were incredibly low compared to today's standards.
The menu board in the viral video is notable for its surprisingly low prices
In the video, Chris recorded a menu board showing the price of each McDonald's dish in 1994.
The menu revealed that chicken nuggets were priced at a mere $2.35, while a Big Mac could be enjoyed for just $2.45.
Additionally, Happy Meals, complete with a toy from the animated series "Bobby's World," were priced at $3.36. Even a milkshake could be purchased for a modest $1.50 and an egg McMuffin was $1.95.
These prices from 1994 represent a completely different reality than today, where a Big Mac meal (including burger, fries, and drink) has gone up to $18 in some locations.
Why are McDonald's prices so high these days?
David Klyman, financial strategist at Klyman Financial revealed that McDonald's prices can vary by location and are influenced by numerous factors such as inflation, commercial property prices, gas prices, and more.
Additionally, franchise owners can set their own prices, further contributing to the disparity in menu prices across different locations.
Sacha Fournier, a marketing executive from Britain, has developed a unique tool called the McCheapest.
This innovative tool gathers data on McDonald's prices from various locations across the United States.
Remarkably, the tool reveals that the least expensive Big Mac can currently be enjoyed in Stigler, Oklahoma, for $3.49.
This price has increased by $1.04 compared to the 1994 menu.
