CHARLOTTE, N.C. — According to the latest data from the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, packing a school lunch is going to be more expensive this school year.
Using the latest Consumer Price Index data comparing prices in July 2021 to prices in July 2022, WCNC Charlotte compiled a list of school lunch staples and noticed a trend; everything is more expensive than it was last year.
Basic sandwich:
- Bread: 13.7% increase
- Lunch meat: 18% increase
- Cheese: 12.6% increase
- Peanut butter: 13.1% increase
- Processed fruits (jelly): 12.2% increase
- Healthy snacks:
- Fresh veggies: 7.3% increase
- Apple: 5.1% increase
Drinks:
- Milk: 15.6% increase
- Juice: 12.9% increase
Extras:
- Cookies: 14.5% increase
- Snacks: 16.5% increase
Contact Carolyn Bruck at cbruck@wcnc.com and follow her on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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