The 5 states where Americans spend the most on groceries — and 5 where they spend the least
Americans in some states are spending hundreds more each month than others just to feed their families
It's probably not news to you that grocery prices are higher than ever. Since the pandemic, inflation has sent the cost of basic goods skyrocketing, and while some prices have come down, most Americans still can't believe their eyes when they see the cost of groceries.
On average, American households are spending $270 a week or $1,080 a month on groceries, according to Census data. But where you live can have a big impact on how much you spend.
The Visual Capitalist, a mapping and data-focused news outlet, created a list of the states where American households typically spend the most and the least on groceries each week.
Continue reading to see the list, which starts with Mississippi.
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5th most per week: Mississippi
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On average, Mississippi households spend $291 per week on groceries.
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4th most per week: Nevada
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On average, Nevada households spend $295 per week on groceries.
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3rd most per week: California
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On average, California households spend $298 per week on groceries.
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2nd most per week: Alaska
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On average, Alaska households spend $329 per week on groceries.
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Most per week: Hawaii
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On average, Hawaii households spend $344 per week on groceries.
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5th least per week: Indiana
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On average, Indiana households spend $239 per week on groceries.
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4th least per week: Michigan
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On average, Michigan households spend $236 per week on groceries.
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3rd least per week: Nebraska
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On average, Nebraska households spend $235 per week on groceries.
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2nd least per week: Iowa
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On average, Iowa households spend $227 per week on groceries.
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Least per week: Wisconsin
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On average, Wisconsin households spend $211 per week on groceries.