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It’s no secret: Your grocery bill is higher this year than last due to inflation.
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Mississippi residents spend 2.64% of their median household income on groceries, the highest percentage in the country.
Interestingly, grocery prices in Mississippi are actually relatively low the ninth-cheapest in the nation.
However, some items, including T-Bone steak and potatoes, are more expensive than most other places.
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Families allocate 2.41% of their earnings to groceries, per the WalletHub study.
According to the findings, 2.36% of household income goes to groceries.
New Mexico ranks among the hardest-hit states as many families struggle to balance grocery costs with other financial obligations.
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With a lower-than-average wage, they spend 2.34% of their earnings on groceries.
Rising food prices paired with lower wages make it difficult for many households to make ends meet.
According to the WalletHub findings, households allocate 2.27% of their income to groceries.
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While some grocery items remain affordable, the overall impact of food costs on household budgets is significant.
The wages are also lower than average.
Oklahoma Rounds Out the Hardest-Hit States
Rounding out the top 10 list is another southern state.
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In Oklahoma, wages are lower than average, have also been hit hard.
Lower wages play a key role in making groceries a significant financial burden.
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