Fast-food prices in the U.S. are rising significantly, with the average meal costing $11.56, and prices reaching $13.88 in San Francisco. This increase is attributed to inflation and economic uncertainty, leading 39% of Americans to plan on spending less on dining. Fast-food workers, earning an average wage of $15.07, struggle to afford meals from their employers, often spending 40% of their salary on fast food, highlighting concerns over livable wages in the industry.
