American families spend over $1,000 a month on groceries, with big cost differences across states
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The average American household spends over $1,000 per month on groceries, but costs vary by location and family size. Families with kids spend 41% more than families without.
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California, Nevada, and Miami have some of the highest grocery costs per household per week in the U.S., while Midwest states like Iowa and Indiana have below average costs.
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The average family spends about $270 per week on groceries, but families with kids spend $331 per week on average.
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The Census Bureau Household Pulse Survey provided the data on grocery spending from responses of 18+ year olds between October 18-30, 2022.
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High costs of living and housing prices in places like California and Miami contribute to higher grocery bills for residents.