Inflation reached a 40-year high of 9.1% in June 2022, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). While prices have stabilized since then, the cost of living hasn’t gotten any lower. Some areas have been hit harder than others, especially for middle-class households. This includes food, housing, healthcare and child care costs. Check Out: When Trump Says He Has ‘Solved’ Inflation, This Is What It Means for You Read Next: 6 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000 Healthcare Health ...