The retail price of 100% ground beef in the United States has risen significantly in the last two decades. In 2024, a pound of ground beef cost **** U.S. dollars, up from **** U.S. dollars in 2008. Cattle and beef production in the U.S. In 2022, there were almost ** million beef cows in the United States. Compared to sheep, pigs, and chickens, cows are very expensive to raise and require much more water, feed, and land per calorie generated. Though beef production fluctuates from year to year, there has been a positive trend in beef production in the last several years in the United States. U.S. beef market In terms of retail sales, beef is the leading type of fresh meat in the United States. On average, beef generates about *********** U.S. dollars in sales per store per week, compared to approximately *********** dollars for chicken, and less than ************* dollars for pork. As of 2021, per capita consumption of beef in the United States amounted to about ** pounds per year.
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Beef fell to 306.50 BRL/15KG on October 7, 2025, down 0.28% from the previous day. Over the past month, Beef's price has fallen 1.84%, but it is still 4.18% higher than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Beef - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on October of 2025.
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Fresh regular 100% ground beef excluding round, chuck, and sirloin. Includes organic and non-organic. Excludes pre-formed patties."
In the U.S. in 2024, filet mignon had the highest retail price per pound at ***** U.S. dollars per pound, while short ribs had the lowest at around ** percent lower than filet mignon. There was a vast difference between the overall prices of grass-fed beef, with the majority being under ** U.S. dollars per pound. Grass fed beef market in the U.S. Grass-fed cows can roam around eating grasses and clover; their natural diet promotes a leaner physique which might be more desired by consumers ********. The highest wholesale price of grass-fed beef comes from whole tenderloin priced at slightly more U.S. dollars per pound compared to New York steak. The United States dominates the grass-fed beef market share worldwide at nearly ** percent. Grass fed beef expected growth The current market value of grass-fed beef is about **** billion U.S. dollars and is forecasted to grow to about by almost twice the amount by 2033; these values demonstrate the expected and increasing consumer interest in grass-fed beef across the United States.
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Steaks other than round or sirloin, regardless of cut or grade. Includes bone-in, boneless, organic, non-organic, fresh, and frozen."
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Discover the factors that affect the price of ground beef, including quality, region, and season. Get to know the average price of a pound of ground beef and learn how market conditions and the COVID-19 pandemic influenced its prices. Find out how to get the best value for your money.
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Learn about the varying average prices of beef in the United States, factors that can impact the price, and where to find the most up-to-date prices in your area. As of September 2021, the national average price is around $6.32 per pound according to the USDA.
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Fresh regular 100% ground beef excluding round, chuck, and sirloin. Includes organic and non-organic. Excludes pre-formed patties."
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Current price of Beef Cutout. Daily U.S. Boxed Beef prices per pound, based on negotiated prices and volume of boxed beef cuts delivered within 0-21 days and on average industry cutting yields.
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United States - Average Price: Ground Beef, 100% Beef (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in U.S. City Average was 6.31800 Index in August of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Average Price: Ground Beef, 100% Beef (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in U.S. City Average reached a record high of 6.31800 in August of 2025 and a record low of 1.16500 in June of 1986. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Average Price: Ground Beef, 100% Beef (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in U.S. City Average - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on October of 2025.
The timeline shows the annual averages of beef price spreads in the United States from 2006 to 2023. The beef price spread from wholesale to retail amounted to 345.4 U.S. cents per pound of retail equivalent in the United States in 2023.
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Live Cattle rose to 233.10 USd/Lbs on October 7, 2025, up 0.53% from the previous day. Over the past month, Live Cattle's price has fallen 1.15%, but it is still 23.69% higher than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Live Cattle - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on October of 2025.
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Current price of Beef National, Fresh 81%. Daily U.S. Prices of Proc. Beef per pound, based on negotiated prices and volume of boxed beef cuts delivered within 0-21 days and on average industry cutting yields.
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Learn about the average price of beef per pound in 2019, including regional differences and factors that affect prices. Discover the price differences between cuts and grades, and how to get the best value for your money.
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Find out the current national average price for 100% ground beef per pound and factors that influence pricing such as meat grade, store, and location. Learn tips to save money, including buying in bulk or purchasing close to sell-by date.
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Learn about the factors that affect beef prices and how you can save money on your next purchase. From supply and demand to cost of production, this article covers it all.
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Find out the average price of beef per pound in the US, and learn how factors such as cut, grade, location, and COVID-19 pandemic affect beef prices. Discover the differences in cost between premium and standard cuts, as well as how regions impact the cost of beef.
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Current price of Beef Tenderloin, trimmed, heavy. Daily U.S. Boxed Beef prices per pound, based on negotiated prices and volume of boxed beef cuts delivered within 0-21 days and on average industry cutting yields.
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Learn about the factors that impact the average price of ground beef in the United States and how quality, location, and external factors can affect the price per pound.
The price per pound of beef and pork are forecast to increase in the United States until about 2027 and then will decrease slightly. The price of beef is forecast to be *** U.S. dollars per pound in 2028 and the price of pork is forecast to be over five U.S. dollars per pound that same year.
The retail price of 100% ground beef in the United States has risen significantly in the last two decades. In 2024, a pound of ground beef cost **** U.S. dollars, up from **** U.S. dollars in 2008. Cattle and beef production in the U.S. In 2022, there were almost ** million beef cows in the United States. Compared to sheep, pigs, and chickens, cows are very expensive to raise and require much more water, feed, and land per calorie generated. Though beef production fluctuates from year to year, there has been a positive trend in beef production in the last several years in the United States. U.S. beef market In terms of retail sales, beef is the leading type of fresh meat in the United States. On average, beef generates about *********** U.S. dollars in sales per store per week, compared to approximately *********** dollars for chicken, and less than ************* dollars for pork. As of 2021, per capita consumption of beef in the United States amounted to about ** pounds per year.