Many school supplies cost more under Trump's tariffs

Autumn means back-to-school shopping for many households. This year, consumers face higher prices for many basic supplies because of President Donald Trump's tariffs. Backpacks, calculators, notebooks, and shoes are among the products in six categories hit with higher tariffs since he returned to the presidency in early 2025. Nationally, the annual tariff costs for these goods are projected to average $79 higher per US household this year than in 2024. The table below shows the change in US tari

Source: Peterson Institute (PIIE)