Online inflation of food products followed the trend of physical stores and showed a significant peak in 2022. In North America, online food prices went up by **** percent that year, before decreasing to a **** year-over-year percentage change in 2023. By 2025, online prices of food products might increase by **** percent in the considered region.

Cost of food in the United States increased 2.90 percent in July of 2025 over the same month in the previous year. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - United States Food Inflation - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

When it comes to groceries, women were more sensitive to the prices than men across the U.S. About ** percent of women were sensitive to the price of groceries compared to only about ** percent of men.

Graph and download economic data for Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Food Away from Home in U.S. City Average (CUUR0000SEFV) from Jan 1953 to Jul 2025 about food, urban, consumer, CPI, housing, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

Graph and download economic data for Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Food in U.S. City Average (CPIUFDNS) from Jan 1913 to Jul 2025 about food, urban, consumer, CPI, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

In the U.S., the consumer price index (CPI) of food increased across many categories from 2022 to 2023. Cereal and bakery products saw the most drastic change between 2022 and 2023, when the CPI for this category increased by *** percent. While eggs had the highest inflation acroos all food categories in 2024.

Graph and download economic data for Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Food in U.S. City Average (CPIUFDSL) from Jan 1947 to Jul 2025 about food, urban, consumer, CPI, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

This statistic depicts the consumer price index (CPI) for food in the United States from 1960 to 2024. In December 2024, the consumer price index (CPI) for food amounted to ******, compared to the period from 1982 to 1984 (=100).

Food Price Index in World increased to 130.10 Index Points in July from 128 Index Points in June of 2025. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for World Food Price Index.

In June 2023, the price of snack food remained stable at $4,442 per ton (CIF, US), maintaining its level from the previous month.

When it comes to food and beverage shopping, price has become more important to Americans in the last year. In 2023, about ** percent of consumers in the U.S. stated that price had a great or somewhat great impact on their grocery shopping decisions.

Discover the latest news on canned food prices in America! Our article explains how prices have risen by 1%, averaging at $2,550 per ton. Stay informed and ahead of the game with our insights.

Food price inflation in Latin America and the Caribbean reached 77.62 percent in December 2024 compared to the same month the previous year. The surge in food prices has significant implications for household budgets and food security throughout Latin America. Regional variations and contributing factors While the overall trend shows a sharp increase in food prices, there are notable differences among countries in the region. Venezuela and Argentina consistently rank among the nations with the highest food price inflation, while Panama and Ecuador have experienced relatively lower rates. The consumer price index for food in Latin America and the Caribbean jumped from 425.38 points in June 2023 to 1,223.53 points in June 2024, representing an increase of over 158 percent. This rapid escalation in food costs has put considerable strain on consumers across the region. Global context and consumer impact The food price inflation crisis in Latin America is part of a broader global trend. Zimbabwe, for instance, recorded the highest level of real food inflation worldwide between December 2023 and April 2024, with a 46 percent increase compared to the previous year. Argentina followed with a 20 percent increase. The impact on consumers is significant, with many finding it increasingly difficult to afford healthy and sustainable food options. In Argentina, 62 percent of respondents reported difficulty in purchasing such foods due to a lack of affordability, an increase of 7 percentage points from 2021. Similar challenges were observed in other Latin American countries, including Peru, where the share of respondents reporting difficulties rose from 19 percent to 25 percent between 2021 and 2023.

Graph and download economic data for Food and Beverage and Tobacco Products: Labor Costs (MPU5500631) from 1987 to 2023 about tobacco, cost, beverages, nondurable goods, food, labor, production, goods, manufacturing, and USA.

Retail Sales: sa: 2017p: FB: Specialty Food Stores data was reported at 2.047 USD bn in May 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 2.021 USD bn for Apr 2024. Retail Sales: sa: 2017p: FB: Specialty Food Stores data is updated monthly, averaging 1.871 USD bn from Jan 2007 (Median) to May 2024, with 209 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.198 USD bn in Jun 2021 and a record low of 1.644 USD bn in Jan 2010. Retail Sales: sa: 2017p: FB: Specialty Food Stores data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bureau of Economic Analysis. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.H015: Retail and Food Services Sales: NIPA 2023: 2017 Price (Discontinued).

The average for 2021 based on 165 countries was 105.854 index points. The highest value was in South Korea: 208.84 index points and the lowest value was in India: 58.17 index points. The indicator is available from 2017 to 2021. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

Graph and download economic data for Consumer Price Index: OECD Groups: All Items Non-Food Non-Energy: Total for United States (CPGRLE01USQ657N) from Q1 1960 to Q4 2023 about core, all items, CPI, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

This online supplement contains data files and computer code, enabling the public to reproduce the results of the analysis described in the report titled “Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimates for Alaska and Hawaii” published by USDA FNS in July 2023. The report is available at: https://www.fns.usda.gov/cnpp/tfp-akhi. The online supplement contains a user guide, which describes the contents of the online supplement in detail, provides a data dictionary, and outlines the methodology used in the analysis; a data file in CSV format, which contains the most detailed information on food price differentials between the mainland U.S. and Alaska and Hawaii derived from Circana (formerly Information Resources Inc) retail scanner data as could be released without disclosing proprietary information; SAS and R code, which use the provided data file to reproduce the results of the report; and an excel spreadsheet containing the reproduced results from the SAS or R code. For technical inquiries, contact: FNS.FoodPlans@usda.gov. Resources in this dataset:

Resource title: Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimates for Alaska and Hawaii Online Supplement User Guide File name: TFPCostEstimatesForAlaskaAndHawaii-UserGuide.pdf Resource description: The online supplement user guide describes the contents of the online supplement in detail, provides a data dictionary, and outlines the methodology used in the analysis.

Resource title: Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimates for Alaska and Hawaii Online Supplement Data File File name: TFPCostEstimatesforAlaskaandHawaii-OnlineSupplementDataFile.csv Resource description: The online supplement data file contains food price differentials between the mainland United States and Anchorage and Honolulu derived from Circana (formerly Information Resources Inc) retail scanner data. The data was aggregated to prevent disclosing proprietary information.

Resource title: Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimates for Alaska and Hawaii Online Supplement R Code File name: TFPCostEstimatesforAlaskaandHawaii-OnlineSupplementRCode.R Resource description: The online supplement R code enables users to read in the online supplement data file and reproduce the results of the analysis as described in the Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimates for Alaska and Hawaii report using the R programming language.

Resource title: Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimates for Alaska and Hawaii Online Supplement SAS Code (zipped) File name: TFPCostEstimatesforAlaskaandHawaii-OnlineSupplementSASCode.zip Resource description: The online supplement SAS code enables users to read in the online supplement data file and reproduce the results of the analysis as described in the Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimates for Alaska and Hawaii report using the SAS programming language. This SAS file is provided in zip format for compatibility with Ag Data Commons; users will need to unzip the file prior to its use.

Resource title: Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimates for Alaska and Hawaii Online Supplement Reproduced Results File name: TFPCostEstimatesforAlaskaandHawaii-ReproducedResults.xlsx Resource description: The online supplement reproduced results are output from either the online supplement R or SAS code and contain the results of the analysis described in the Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimates for Alaska and Hawaii report.

Food price increases hit the egg category the hardest between December 2021 and December 2024 in the United States. The price of eggs increased by **** percent in 2024.

Supermarkets and grocery stores have significantly transformed in recent years, driven by technological advancements and shifting consumer preferences. E-commerce has become a cornerstone of the industry, with over 70.0% of grocery retailers integrating online ordering and fulfillment into their operations in 2025. This shift has been fueled by consumer demand for convenience and efficient shopping experiences, prompting retailers to invest heavily in curbside pickup and home delivery services. Major players like Kroger have leveraged these innovations to maintain a competitive edge, while third-party delivery platforms like Instacart have enabled smaller grocers to compete with larger chains. The adoption of "dark stores" and AI-driven technologies has further optimized operations but heightened competition has limited revenue expansion. Over the past five years, revenue has been slipping at a CAGR of 0.1%, reversing course in 2025 to climb 1.1%, reaching $883.1 million. Over the past five years, the industry has faced rising labor costs and competition from discount grocers and private-label products. Automation has played a crucial role in managing these pressures, with more than 50.0% of transactions in major chains processed through self-checkout systems in 2025. Despite these advancements, wages have continued to rise, accounting for an estimated 10.7% of revenue. This has led retailers to focus on strategic pricing and the promotion of high-margin private-label products to sustain profit. The proliferation of discount grocers like Aldi and Lidl has intensified competition, forcing traditional supermarkets to innovate and adapt to retain market share. Looking ahead, supermarkets and grocery stores are likely to endure steady but marginal revenue growth over the next five years, influenced by economic and demographic factors. Increases in per capita disposable income and consumer spending suggest a stable economic environment that could bolster sales of premium and specialty grocery items. However, declines in the agricultural price index may pressure revenue growth, as lower prices could reduce sales value. Urban population growth will continue to drive demand for grocery products, encouraging retailers to adopt urban-centric strategies. Upcoming FDA regulations on product labeling and ongoing geopolitical tensions will present challenges and opportunities for the industry. Retailers that can navigate these complexities and align with evolving consumer preferences, such as the rise of functional foods and the "quiet luxury" trend, will be well-positioned to thrive in a rapidly changing market landscape. Revenue is anticipated to expand marginally over the next five years at a CAGR of less than 0.1%, totaling $883.3 million in 2030.