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Inflation Analysis - US grocery prices increased by 53% YoY as of July 2025 [1] - For a family spending approximately $1,000 per month or $12,000 annually on groceries, this represents an average annual increase of $636 [1] - Grocery prices in rural areas jumped 76% YoY, compared to 56% for residents of large cities [2] Regional Price Variations - Pennsylvania experienced the sharpest YoY increase in grocery prices at 82% [1] - Vermont and Maryland both saw a 70% YoY increase in grocery prices [1] - West Virginia, New Jersey, and Massachusetts recorded increases of 69%, 68%, and 66% respectively [1] Economic Impact - US consumers are still facing significant inflationary pressures [2]