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Over Half of Americans Struggle to Afford Food

4/14/2026

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Story summary
  • A LendingTree study finds that over half of Americans struggle to afford food, with 49% reporting difficulty.
  • Young families and low-income households are particularly affected, with 66% of young families facing higher food costs.
  • To cope with rising prices, 86% say they have changed how they shop for groceries.
  • Dining out has declined, with 84% cutting back on restaurant spending.
  • Payment methods vary by income, with 43% using debit cards for groceries.