 and Jasper counties. It isn't much of an increase as last year, but people will be paying more for a cheeseburger this year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture economist Megan Schwelzer says that this year's burger, which includes a quarter pound of ground beef, slice of cheddar cheese, a slice of tomato, leaf of lettuce, and a burger bun, will total $2.22, four cents more than in 2023's. Schwelzer said it breaks down the cost.