School lunch prices are up — whether you pack it or buy it, reports find

School lunch costs are rising alongside food inflation, a new report shows

A new report from Deloitte shows the average cost for a packed lunch is now $6.15, up nearly 3% from 2024. But that all depends on what you buy.

School lunch prices are up — whether you pack it or buy it, reports find

Families packing a school lunch will pay more this year for ingredients, due to food inflation and tariffs, reports show.Read MoreThe post School lunch prices are up — whether you pack it or buy it, reports find first appeared on The Who Dat Daily.

School Lunches Are Costing Families More Than Ever: Here's Why

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