"Food prices have increased across the board, but fast food burgers have been particularly hard hit. Overall food inflation since 2019 has been over 30%, but many fast food menu items have seen average jumps of 55%. During that same time the cost of beef has risen 50%, driven by thinning herds due to drought and high demand. So with everything seeming stacked against us, can anyone still get a cheap burger in this country? Thankfully there are still a few options."
"Based on the prices of prominent national or large regional chains at locations in Ohio - the state with the most moderate fast food prices in the country - Wendy's, Checkers & Rally's, McDonald's and Jack In The Box serve some of the cheapest full-size burgers you can find in fast food. That's excluding chains like Krystal and White Castle that sell sliders, keeping in mind that prices can vary by state and region enough that this may not exactly reflect your experience."
"One slight caveat: Wendy's isn't the cheapest if you want a fast food cheeseburger, emphasis on the cheese. Its Junior Cheeseburger is $1.89 compared to $1.49, while Checkers & Rally's All-American Cheeseburger is the same $1.79 with or without cheese. That makes Checkers & Rally's the cheapest fast food option if you're craving that added slice. But if price is your only concern, Wendy's cheese-less Junior Burger is the way to go."
Food inflation since 2019 has exceeded 30%, and many fast-food menu items have jumped about 55%. Beef costs rose roughly 50% due to drought-reduced herds and high demand. Price samples from Ohio show Wendy's, Checkers & Rally's, McDonald's and Jack In The Box among the most affordable chains for full-size burgers. Wendy's Junior Hamburger is priced at $1.49, with its Junior Cheeseburger at $1.89. Checkers & Rally's All-American Cheeseburger costs $1.79 with or without cheese. McDonald's and Jack In The Box offer basic hamburgers near $1.99, while cheeseburgers cost more. Prices vary by region.
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