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Fast Food Prices Surge: 80% Now View It as Luxury

5/23/2025

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Fast food prices in the U.S. have risen to an average of $11.56 per meal, with San Francisco at $13.88.
A decade-long study reveals price increases ranging from 39% to 100%.
Fast food workers earn $15.07/hour, requiring longer hours than typical wage earners to afford meals.
Nearly 80% of Americans now consider fast food a luxury.

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Story summary

Fast food prices in the U.S. have risen to an average of $11.56 per meal, with San Francisco at $13.88.
A decade-long study reveals price increases ranging from 39% to 100%.
Fast food workers earn $15.07/hour, requiring longer hours than typical wage earners to afford meals.
Nearly 80% of Americans now consider fast food a luxury.