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Tell us: how are rising US prices changing the way you shop, work and live ?

A woman, back to the camera, looks at a shelf of mayonnaise and other condiments in a California grocery store
The Guardian wants to know where you’re feeling the pinch from rising prices. Photograph: Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty Images

Inflation in the US reached its highest level in 40 years in January, with prices rising 7.5% from a year ago, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Price rises for food, electricity and shelter were the largest contributors to the increase, which has been driven by soaring demand and a lack of supply caused by Covid-19’s global impact on trade.

We want to hear how the rising prices are affecting you and your family. Have you had to change what groceries you buy? Have you had to put off certain purchases or trips? Where are you seeing prices rise the most?

We’re interested in hearing from people living all over the US.

And we are especially interested in how people are coping in areas where food prices have risen the most (San Diego, Hawaii, Chicago, Minneapolis, New York, LA and Denver) – but anyone can take part.

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