Grocery prices are still rising. Here's what's gone up the most

Breaking out the barbecue this weekend? The cost to grill up a few burgers might surprise you.

Since around this time last year, ground beef is up 18.9%. A block of cheddar is up 5%. And if you want lettuce on there, that's 7.5% more expensive. A tomato will set you back a full 50% more than it did a year ago. And if someone wants a cup of coffee, that's going to cost 29% more.

These numbers are from the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Every month, the government agency measures prices for a preselected group of goods and publishes how they've changed compared to recent months and years. The report for April 2026 indicates an overall 2.9% year-over-year increase in the "food at home" category, amid overall yearly inflation of 3.8%.