FederalReserve Reports 14% Food Insecurity Among Households in 2024

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York reported that nearly 14% of American households faced food insecurity in 2024, highlighting increasing financial strain among low- and middle-income groups. Prolonged inflation has resulted in these households allocating a greater share of their budgets to rising costs like housing, food, and utilities. With the expiration of expanded Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, concerns over food insecurity have escalated. Additionally, the national average gasoline price rose to $4.46 per gallon, up approximately 40% year-over-year, further exacerbating economic challenges for these households.