USDA's recommended monthly food budget for a family of four has risen 27% since 2020.
AdvertisementOn average, across the four food plans, the monthly budget recommendation has risen 27% since the start of 2020.
Meanwhile, as of November, grocery prices were up 25.1% since the start of 2020, outpacing the 18.9% increase in overall prices.
USDA Food Plan recommended monthly budgets.
Andy Kiersz/Business InsiderWith food prices still weighing down consumers, some are becoming more conscious of how much they're spending and where.
Persons:
USDA's, Andy Kiersz
Organizations:
US Department of Agriculture, USDA, USDA Food
Locations:
Alaska, Hawai'i