SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Households across Springfield and the Ozarks are bracing for a financial hit as insurance premiums and everyday costs climb heading into 2026.
From the end of federal tax credits to rising prices for streaming services and household goods, residents are seeing hikes across the board.
“Medical inflation has gone up substantially higher than it has in previous years,” said Trevor Croley, president of Croley Insurance and Financial. “Probably the greatest area that people need to be concerned about is the rising cost of prescription drugs. It’s probably more closer to like 40 to 50% of the cost.”…