Fast Food Prices Surge, Now Seen as Luxury by Most Americans

As inflation drives up fast food prices nationally, a USA TODAY survey found that a Big Mac combo in Oklahoma City costs a little over $9, compared to $7.89 in Houston and nearly $15 in Seattle. Fast food prices have significantly increased over the past decade, with Carls Jr./Hardees and Wendy's seeing notable hikes. The most expensive combo surveyed was from Five Guys in Chicago, costing about $20.50 in Oklahoma City.