Which supermarkets have the cheapest eggs
As supply struggles to keep up with demand due to a severe egg shortage in the U.S., consumers are facing steep price increases. As gives advice on which stores can provide the cheapest eggs.
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Shoppers across the country are reporting that they are paying nearly $10 for a dozen regular eggs at some stores, sparking a nationwide frenzy as people scramble to find the most affordable options.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average price of a dozen large Grade A eggs in the country increased nearly 100 percent from January to December 2024, from $2,14 to $4,15. That trend looks set to continue in 2025. The average price has reportedly already topped $5, and experts warn that there’s no quick fix for the U.S.’s supply-demand imbalance.
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In addition to grocery store customers, restaurant customers in the United States are also feeling the rise in egg prices. For example, the popular Waffle House chain announced an additional fee of $0,50 for each egg used in a particular dish.
Those hoping for a quick price drop are unlikely to be pleased by the USDA's 2025 forecast, which suggests egg prices could rise another 20,3% by the end of the year.
Where can I find cheaper eggs?
Prices vary by city. Many large supermarket chains allow customers to place orders online. This service can be used to compare prices in your area.
On the East Coast, the Democrat and Chronicle compared prices in Rochester, N.Y., where a dozen eggs range from $3,49 to $8,49. The best deal is at Trader Joe's on Monroe Avenue in Pittsford.
Consumers are being encouraged to join food co-ops — grocery stores owned and operated by customers — to get goods at lower prices. Epicenter NYC reports that the Park Slope Food Co-op in New York City sells some types of eggs for a third of what other stores charge. This is a significant benefit to its members as prices rise. However, there are upfront costs to joining a co-op. For example, the Park Slope Food Co-op charges a $25 initiation fee plus a $100 capital investment.
NJ.com recommends that East Coast residents check out Wegmans for better egg deals.
In California, Whole Foods, Sprouts and Trader Joe's are offering a dozen eggs for less than $5, according to news station KTLA4.
For families who consume large quantities of eggs, Tasting Table editor Darkish Cosby suggests looking for bulk-buying discounts at chains like Costco and Walmart. However, Costco shoppers should decide whether they are willing to pay the $65 annual membership fee.
What caused the increase in demand and prices for eggs
The industry has been hit hard by an outbreak of bird flu that has wiped out a significant portion of the country's laying hen population.
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Egg Markets Overview report, the country lost 2024 million laying hens to bird flu in December 13,2, and the virus was still spreading rapidly in January. About 145 million birds have died since the outbreak began, according to CBS. This decline in laying hens has made it difficult to meet the demand for eggs among American consumers. As Investopedia financial journalist Leslie Kramer points out, “When demand outpaces supply, prices rise.”
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Close proximity of birds in chicken coops increases the risk of large-scale disease outbreaks, leading to mass culling of hens. In contrast, Canada does not experience such spikes in egg prices because farms there house far fewer birds. While production costs may be higher in Canada, their supply chain is more resilient and better able to maintain production stability during crises like avian flu.
Industry leaders are warning that consumers will have to endure high egg prices for “quite a while.” American Egg Board President and CEO Emily Metz said late last month that prices will remain high “until there has been a reasonable period without new cases” of bird flu. (The American Egg Board (AEB) is an organization representing U.S. egg producers. It was created in 1976 as part of a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) program to promote egg consumption and support the egg products industry. – Note.)
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