A trip to the supermarket can eat up a big chunk of a household budget these days and that’s taking a toll on more than just our wallets. According to a new poll, nearly 90% of American adults admit they’re stressed about the cost of groceries, and more than half (53%) say it’s a major source of stress. Prices are higher in some parts of the country than others and a new report highlights where people are paying the most.
- Data from the latest Cost of Living Index was used to create a ranking of U.S. cities with the highest cost of groceries.
- It uses New York City as a baseline, comparing their prices to those in big cities nationwide.
- So, where are Americans paying the most at the supermarket? Honolulu, Hawaii, has the most expensive grocery costs in the country.
- Since Hawaii is an island state, it has higher import and transportation costs, making everyday items, including groceries, especially expensive.
- According to the research, Honolulu’s grocery prices are 20% higher than New York City.
- San Francisco, another city known for higher costs of living in general, comes in second.
The U.S. Cities With The Highest Prices For Groceries
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- San Francisco, California
- New York, New York
- Seattle, Washington
- Boston, Massachusetts
- San Jose, California
- Washington, D.C.
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Sacramento, California
Source: Visual Capitalist