JOINT ECONOMIC COMMITTEE REPORT: High inflation a staple of life in VA today

March 3, 2022

“High inflation is a staple of life in the United States today,” according to a new study from the United States Congress Joint Economic Committee.  

In the South Atlantic Region:   

  • Inflation is costing $378 monthly per household 
  • Housing is up 6%
  • Food is up 6%
  • Energy is up 25%
  • Transportation is up 21%

NRCC COMMENT: “Elaine Luria, Abigail Spanberger and Jennifer Wexton’s reckless spending is responsible for the rising prices hurting Virginians.” – NRCC Spokeswoman Camille Gallo