Grocery prices now
What everyday groceries cost across the U.S., from the Bureau of Labor Statistics' monthly store survey. Of 10 staples, 4 cost more than a year ago and 6 cost less. Tap an item for its price history.
| Month | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs a dozen | $2.27 | $3.49 | −34.9% | September 2026 |
| Milk a gallon | $4.11 | $4.13 | −0.6% | September 2026 |
| Ground beef a pound | $6.79 | $6.32 | +7.4% | September 2026 |
| Chicken a pound | $2.06 | $2.06 | +0.1% | September 2026 |
| Bacon a pound | $6.76 | $7.29 | −7.3% | September 2026 |
| Bread a pound | $1.83 | $1.87 | −2.0% | September 2026 |
| Butter a pound | $3.96 | $4.79 | −17.3% | September 2026 |
| Coffee a pound | $9.33 | $9.14 | +2.1% | September 2026 |
| Bananas a pound | $0.66 | $0.67 | −2.1% | September 2026 |
| Tomatoes a pound | $1.99 | $1.91 | +4.3% | September 2026 |
| All 10 together | $39.76 | $41.66 | −4.6% | our calculation |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Average Price Data (U.S. city average), monthly, via FRED, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. BLS publishes each month's prices about two weeks after the month ends. Changes are our calculation.
What this means for your budget
A handful of staples can swing a lot in a year while the overall grocery bill moves more slowly. For what a whole month of food costs a household, see our average grocery bill guide, or follow everything together in the Cost Index.
Common questions
How much is a dozen eggs right now?
$2.27 for a dozen grade A large eggs in September 2026, the U.S. city average from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. A year earlier it was $3.49 (−34.9%).
Are grocery prices going up?
Of the 10 staples on this page, 4 cost more than a year earlier and 6 cost less (BLS average prices, September 2026). The biggest move was eggs: −34.9%.
Where do these prices come from?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics collects store prices every month across the country for the Consumer Price Index and publishes national average prices for common foods. We read them through FRED, the St. Louis Fed's data service, and update this page automatically.
Why is my store's price different?
These are national averages across many stores and cities. Prices vary by region, store, brand and package size, and sales can move a price a lot in a single week.