Back-to-school shopping is getting pricier
The Pandemic has caused interruptions in the supply chain.
NEW YORK - Rosio Ramos has already started buying school supplies for her 8-year-old son Sebastian. She, like many parents, had sticker shock this year when it came to buying back-to-school items. Things are very expensive, she said. Everything is so pricey.
The pandemic has caused interruptions in the supply chain. That coupled with families needing more things like new clothes and computers as they adjust back to in-person learning has made things costlier.
The National Retail Federation has been tracking consumer spending for years and watched it steadily climb. Data shows an average family can spend about $800 buying clothing, computers, backpacks, and other supplies. This year, parents will spend about $60 more than last year, according to Katherine Cullen, NRF s senior director for retail and consumer insights.