# Inflation Outpaces Wages Again

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Podcast: [Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/portland-oregon-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7476712)
Published: 2026-06-13T01:32:26+00:00
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Inflation’s back with a vengeance, now nudging over four percent—and for the first time in three years, prices are rising faster than wages. Over the past five years, cumulative inflation hit 24%, meaning your paycheck doesn’t stretch as far as it did in 2021. The divide is stark: states like Idaho and Mississippi are keeping pace, while California and New York lag behind, fueling a K-shaped economy where some thrive while others feel squeezed. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/71d4c6951465cc88

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