Map Shows Most Affordable Grocery Store in Every State
Summary
A study by Freedom Debt Relief found that Aldi is the cheapest grocery store in 32 states, while Whole Foods is the most expensive in 44 states. The price difference can be over 50 percent for the same groceries, depending on the store and state.Key Facts
- Aldi is the most affordable grocery chain in 32 states across the U.S.
- Lidl is the cheapest store in Delaware, Georgia, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia.
- Walmart offers the lowest prices in Alaska, Colorado, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Wyoming.
- WinCo is the cheapest option in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, and Washington.
- Whole Foods is the most expensive major grocery chain in 44 states.
- Shoppers can pay around 52 percent more at Whole Foods compared to the cheapest stores in many states.
- Other expensive chains include Safeway (Alaska and South Dakota), Trader Joe’s (Delaware), Albertsons (North Dakota), Shaw’s (Vermont), and Fresh Thyme Market (West Virginia).
- Price differences arise because discount grocers keep prices low by using strategies like private-label products.
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