Halloween Candy Prices Surge
A recent study reveals that Halloween candy prices have increased by 78% since 2020, significantly outpacing inflation.
The average price for a 100-piece bag of candy is now $16.39, up $7.20 from $9.19 in 2020. This surge is more than triple the national rate of inflation, which stands at 25% over the same period.
- 2020: $9.19 for a 100-piece bag of candy
- 2021: $9.91 (+$0.72)
- 2022: $10.49 (+$0.58)
- 2023: $13.04 (+$2.45)
- 2024: $15.38 (+$2.34)
- 2025: $16.39 (+$1.01)
The majority of the cost increase has occurred in the last two years, with a total increase of $4.78.
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Author's summary: Halloween candy prices have risen 78% since 2020.