In 2024, the retail price for a dozen eggs in the United States was 4.15 U.S. dollars. Egg prices in the United States peaked in this year. Previously, the highest average price was in 2015, when a dozen eggs cost 2.75 U.S. dollars on average. U.S. egg production The United States was one of the leading producers of eggs in the world in 2021, ranking fourth behind China, India, and Indonesia. In that year, approximately 110.7 billion eggs were produced in the United States. There are two main categories that farm chickens fall into: broiler chickens and laying hens. The first are raised for meat and the second are raised for laying eggs. The U.S. state with the most laying hens is Iowa, with about 40.2 million in 2022. Some of the other top egg producing states include Ohio, Indiana, and Pennsylvania. Egg retail in the United States Perhaps because eggs are uniform in taste and appearance and most consumers cannot tell one brand of chicken egg apart from another, private label eggs have the highest sales among fresh egg brands in the United States. Eggland’s Best is the leading name brand of fresh eggs in the United States, with sales of 274.55 million U.S. dollars in 2023. The amount that U.S. consumer units spend on eggs varies from region to region. In 2021, consumers in the Western United States spent an average of about 107 U.S. dollars on eggs over the course of the year. The Midwestern United States had the lowest average expenditure on eggs in that year.

This statistic depicts the average price of organic eggs in the United States as of March 2021, by category. In that year, the U.S. price for one dozen organic brown extra large eggs amounted to 3.29 U.S. dollars.

The statistic shows the average prices of private label and branded fresh eggs in U.S. in 2019. During the 52 weeks that ended February 24, 2019, the U.S. average price of fresh eggs amounted to approximately 2.65 billion U.S. dollars in 2019.

Discover why egg prices in the U.S. are expected to remain high through 2025, driven by supply shortages and avian influenza impacts.

In 2023, overseas shipments of chicken eggs decreased by -16.3% to 19K tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth.

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After four years of growth, the U.S. non-chicken table egg market decreased by -1% to $17M in 2024. In general, consumption continues to indicate a resilient expansion. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $18M in 2023, and then declined modestly in the following year.

Dairy product and egg prices have recently increased due to past and current crises. The average retail value per unit of milk in Mexico amounted to 1.05 U.S. dollars in 2022, and it's expected to rise to rise to 1.07 U.S. dollars.The price per unit of milk is expected to continue to increase even more, and by 2028, it is expected to reach 1.29 U.S. dollars.

As of May 2023, the monthly average price of eggs in Egypt was 1.54 Egyptian pounds (0.12 U.S. dollars) per egg, registering a slight increase of 1.34 percent from the previous month. The price for eggs was relatively stable in the period from January 2019 to January 2021, until it started to increase by a steady pace.

Statistics illustrates monthly prices of chicken eggs in Northern America from January 2019 to February 2025.

The average retail price for one dozen, or 12, eggs in Canada was 4.66 Canadian dollars in October 2024. The Canadian egg market Canada produces an increasing number of eggs each year. In 2019, around 586 metric tons were produced nationwide, an increase of over 20 percent in volume since 2010. This production is, however, not distributed evenly across the country. Ontario is home to the most egg producers by a large margin, Alberta and Quebec come in distant second and third places. As a result, out of all the provinces, Ontario produced the largest volume of eggs in 2019 at around 303 million dozen. Canada is also active in the international egg trade. In 2019, they exported around 429 million U.S. dollars’ worth of the product and imported approximately 672 million U.S. dollars’ worth.

According to Cognitive Market Research, the global Poultry Eggs market size will be USD 286142.5 million in 2024. It will expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.00% from 2024 to 2031.

North America held the major market share for more than 40% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 114457.00 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.2% from 2024 to 2031.
Europe accounted for a market share of over 30% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 85842.75 million.
Asia Pacific held a market share of around 23% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 65812.78 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0% from 2024 to 2031.
Latin America had a market share of more than 5% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 14307.13 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4% from 2024 to 2031.
Middle East and Africa had a market share of around 2% of the global revenue and was estimated at a market size of USD 5722.85 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7% from 2024 to 2031.
The Cage-Free Eggs category is the fastest growing segment of the Poultry Eggs industry

Market Dynamics of Poultry Eggs Market

Key Drivers for Poultry Eggs Market

Increased demand for protein-rich food to Boost Market Growth

The increased demand for protein-rich food plays a significant role in driving and influencing market growth across various sectors, particularly the food and nutrition industry. As consumers become more health-conscious, there is a growing preference for protein-rich foods that offer nutritional benefits. High-protein diets are associated with weight management, muscle building, and overall health improvements, which increases demand for protein-packed food items such as lean meats, legumes, dairy products, and plant-based protein alternatives. In some cases, protein-rich foods, especially animal-based sources like meat and fish, can be expensive. For many consumers, the high cost of these foods can be a barrier, particularly in lower-income regions. This could limit the widespread adoption of protein-rich diets, especially in price-sensitive markets. Health trends, fitness growth, and awareness of nutritional needs largely drive the increased demand for protein-rich foods. However, challenges such as high costs, environmental concerns, and supply chain disruptions may moderate this demand, requiring market players to innovate and adjust their strategies to meet consumer expectations while addressing potential barriers.

Shift towards convenient and processed food products

The shift towards convenient and processed food products is driven by factors such as busy lifestyles, increased urbanization, and higher disposable incomes. Consumers demand convenience, speed, and longer shelf life, leading to a rise in processed foods. Advances in food preservation, packaging technology, and the availability of ready-to-eat meals further fuel this trend. Additionally, changing dietary preferences, the growing influence of e-commerce, and innovative flavours also play significant roles in driving market growth for processed food products.

Restraint Factor for the Poultry Eggs Market

Rising feed prices can increase production costs and reduce profitability

Rising feed prices are a key market restraint as they directly increase production costs for businesses in the agriculture and animal farming industries. These higher costs impact profitability, making it challenging for companies to maintain competitive pricing while absorbing increased expenses. As feed constitutes a significant portion of production costs, the surge in prices can lead to reduced profit margins, ultimately limiting growth and investment opportunities within the market. This restraint can affect supply chain stability and overall market dynamics.

Impact of Covid-19 on the Poultry Eggs Market

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the poultry eggs market due to supply chain interruptions, labour shortages, and changes in consumer demand. With lockdowns and restaurant closures, demand for eggs from food service industries declined while retail demand surged. The market also faced challenges in transportation, affecting egg distribution. Additionally, increased production costs and labour shortages impacted the industry's ability to meet demand. However, t...

This statistic shows the trade value of birds' eggs (in the shell, fresh, preserved, or cooked) imported to United States from 2012 to 2024. In 2024, the value of birds' eggs imported to United States amounted to about 91.5 million U.S. dollars, decreasing from the 110 million dollars' worth of imports in the previous year.

The global dried eggs market size is projected to exhibit astounding growth during the forecast period from 2023 to 2033. According to the research report published by Future Market Insights, the global market is poised to surpass a valuation of US$ 2,080 million in 2023. It is predicted to reach a valuation of US$ 4,719.6 million by 2033. The market is predicted to capture a remarkable CAGR of 9% from 2023 to 2033.

Attribute	Details
Dried Eggs Market Share (2022)	US$ 2,000.0 million
Dried Eggs Market Share (2023)	US$ 2,080 million
Dried Eggs Market Share (2033)	US$ 4,719.6 million
Dried Eggs Market Share (2023 to 2033)	9%

Scope of the Report

Attribute	Details
Forecast Period	2023 to 2033
Historical Data Available for	2018 to 2022
Market Analysis	US$ million for Value, MT for Volume
Key Regions Covered	North America Latin America Europe East Asia South Asia Oceania The Middle East & Africa (MEA)
Key Countries Covered	The United States Canada Germany The United Kingdom Nordic Russia BENELUX Poland France Spain Italy Czech Republic Hungary Rest of EMEAI Brazil Peru Argentina Mexico South Africa Northern Africa GCC Countries China Japan South Korea India ASIAN Thailand Malaysia Indonesia Australia New Zealand Others
Key Segments Covered	Product Type End-use Application Region
Report Coverage	Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, Trend Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives

The global liquid egg market is expected to reach a valuation of US$ 5,304 million in 2023, expanding at a healthy 6% CAGR over the forecast period. Liquid egg sales currently account for about 8.9% of the global egg market in terms of value.

Attribute	Details
Liquid Egg Market Projected Size (2022A)	US$ 5,095.3 million
Liquid Egg Market Size (2023E)	US$ 5,304 million
Liquid Egg Market Projected Size (2033F)	US$ 9,791.7 million
Liquid Egg Market Value-based CAGR (2023 to 2033)	6%
Top 3 Countries' Share in the Liquid Egg Industry	39.6%

Global Liquid Egg Industry Historical Analysis (2018 to 2022) Vs. Forecast Outlook (2023 to 2033)

Market Statistics	Details
Jan-Jun (H1), 2021 (A)	6%
Jul-Dec (H2), 2021 (A)	5%
Jan-Jun (H1),2022 Projected (P)	6%
Jan-Jun (H1),2022 Outlook (O)	5%
Jul-Dec (H2), 2022 Outlook (O)	5%
Jul-Dec (H2), 2022 Projected (P)	6%
BPS Change : H1,2021 (O) - H1,2022 (P)	5%
%BPS Change : H1,2022 (O) - H1,2021 (A)	5.4%
BPS Change: H2, 2021 (O) - H2, 2022 (P)	3%
BPS Change: H2, 2022 (O) - H2, 2021 (A)	4%

Country-wise Insights

Regional Markets	Global Market Share in Percentage
United States	34%
Germany	15%
Japan	1.3%
Australia	1%

Regional Markets	CAGR (2023 to 2033)
United Kingdom	9%
China	8.9%
India	7.8%

Category-wise Insights

Category	By Product Type
Top Segment	Whole Egg
Market Share in Percentage	31%

Category	By Form
Top Segment	Frozen
Market Share in Percentage	45%

Category	By Source
Top Segment	Conventional
Market Share in Percentage	59%

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The U.S. chicken table egg market totaled $9.9B in 2024, picking up by 4.2% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the period from 2012 to 2024; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $10.3B. From 2023 to 2024, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

The statistic shows the estimated value of the cage free eggs market in Latin America in 2018 and 2023. In 2018, the value was estimated at 570.58 million U.S. dollars and it is expected to rise to about 738.68 million U.S. dollars by 2023.

The U.S. chicken egg market was estimated at $13.8B in 2024, increasing by 3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2024: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.7% over the last twelve years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, consumption decreased by -2.7% against 2022 indices.

In 2020, the average price for a pallet of local eggs in Saudi Arabia was about 15.95 Saudi riyals. There was an increase compared to the price of 13.4 Saudi riyals in the previous year.