Jan 26, 2026 - News
Metro grocery prices outpace U.S. cities
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It's not in your head: Groceries are getting more expensive in metro Denver.
Zoom in: Grocery prices ticked up 3.3% last month from November, compared to the 0.5% average jump in other U.S. cities during the same span, Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows.
The big picture: Grocery prices rose at the fastest pace in three years nationwide, keeping pressure on household budgets even as overall inflation held steady in December.
State of play: The jump highlights the challenge for the White House in the lead-up to midterm elections.
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