Rising Costs Squeeze Household Budgets: Restaurants, Entertainment, and Even Pet Care Now Less Affordable

Restaurants have gotten much more expensive, with takeout for a family now costing $50-70 compared to $30-40 previously. Many can no longer afford weekly/monthly outings.

Fast food and food trucks, once cheap alternatives, are now charging premium prices - $15-20 for basic items.

Concert ticket prices have skyrocketed, with some paying $300-600 for two tickets. Fees alone now cost more than a single ticket used to.

Streaming services keep hiking prices while canceling popular shows, leading many to cancel services. Cycling between platforms saves money.

Pet care, especially emergency vet bills, has become prohibitively expensive for many. Fostering pets can avoid adoption/care costs.