Halloween Candy Prices Rise
A recent study reveals that Halloween candy prices have increased by 78% since 2020.
The average price for a 100-piece bag of candy is $16.39 this year, up $7.20 compared to 2020, when it cost $9.19.
This increase outpaces the national rate of inflation, which is 25% over the same time 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
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 surge 78% since 2020, outpacing inflation.