Christmas Costs
12/24/2021 |
Inflation, measured by the Christmas Price Index and based on purchasing one of each day’s items in “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” rose 5.7% to $41,206 from $38,994 in 2019, lower than the CPI rise of 6.2%. Fowl lead the price increase with geese, doves, and hens all up over 40%. If you order it all via internet, transportation costs add $4,394. Free shipping for livestock is not an option.