The 'Burger Tax'? 13 States Where Your Summer Barbecue Costs More in 2026

Rising beef prices are making summer grilling expensive. But in some states, your backyard burger and other groceries face a double financial hit.

# The 'Burger Tax'? 13 States Where Your Summer Barbecue Costs More in 2026 Rising beef prices are making summer grilling expensive. But in some states, your backyard burger and other groceries face a double financial hit. **Read the full article:** [Kiplinger](https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/burger-tax-summer-barbecue-costs) *This article was originally published by Kiplinger. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*