Back-to-school shopping is expected to be costly for families in the San Francisco area this year. The expense per child could exceed $863. The factors contributing to these costs are being examined, along with potential ways for parents to reduce their spending.

For more information on what's driving the costs and possible relief options, insight is available from Julia Wilson, a principal at KPMG who specializes in consumer and retail strategy, as reported by KTVU FOX 2 News.