NEW REPORT: Delaware families’ costs up $3,000 under President Trump

Housing, groceries, gas, electricity, and health care have all become more expensive for Delawareans WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) today highlighted a new report from the congressional Joint Economic Committee (JEC) which found that rising prices have cost the average Delaware household more than $3,000 since President Trump took office. The JEC report found that President Trump’s reckless tariffs, war of choice in Iran, and overall economic agenda have increased the cost of everyday essentials, despite his repeated campaign promises to “ end inflation on day one” and lower prices. Nationally, the average household has spent more than $3,500 in additional costs under the Trump administration. With gas prices continuing to rise this week as a result of fighting in the Middle East and a new round of tariffs imposed by President Trump last week on 60 countries, it seems unlikely that Delawareans can expect relief any time soon. “Delawareans work hard, but too many are struggling to afford essentials, and President Trump’s policies are making the situation worse,” said Senator Coons . “It’s our job in Washington to make sure you and your family have the financial security you need to build a good life. Instead, through his disastrous tariffs, failed war in Iran, and brutal ‘Big, Beautiful’ budget bill, Delawareans are paying thousands of dollars more because of this administration. Instead of working on bringing costs down, President Trump has put himself and his ultra-wealthy donors ahead of Delaware families time and again.” According to the JEC report, Delaware families have faced: $654 more in housing costs , including rent and mortgage payments, since President Trump took office $535 more for gasoline since the beginning of President Trump’s war in Iran, with Delawareans collectively spending an additional $202 million at the pump $110 more for electricity in 2025 than in 2024, with families expected to spend another $101 more during the first six months of 2026 compared with the same period in 2024 $310 more on groceries during President Trump’s first year than in 2024. Basic household staples are especially pricey , including ground beef at more than $7 per pound and coffee at nearly $10 per pound Increases in health care costs after President Trump and congressional Republicans refused to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits last year. Monthly premiums for ACA plans increased by more than 50% on average in 2026, while deductibles rose by more than $1,000 on average The JEC’s full report is available here . The Delaware fact sheet is available here .