In 2024, the price for one pound of boneless chicken breast in the United States amounted to 4.1 U.S. dollars. Until 2022, the retail price had remained between three and three and a half U.S. dollars per pound in the country. U.S. chicken production In 2019, the United States produced almost 44 billion pounds of chicken . The production volume has been increasing almost every single year since 2009, when production stood at roughly 36 billion pounds. The volume of turkey produced, on the other hand, has slowly been decreasing in the United States. U.S. turkey production reached about 5.98 billion pounds in 2016, and has since decrease to about 5.74 billion pounds. Farm fowl worldwide In order to keep up with poultry demand, the global number of chickens has increased significantly over the past few decades. In 2021, there were over 25 billion chickens across the globe. The amount has almost tripled since 1990.

All whole or half boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Includes organic, non-organic, fresh, and frozen, as well as other descriptive claims."

In the United States, the price for a pound of fresh whole chicken cost consumers an average of 2.06 U.S. dollars in 2024, which constituted the highest price of fresh chicken during the time period under consideration. Frozen chicken Frozen chicken and frozen chicken substitutes are commonly consumed in the United States: in 2023, private labels dominated the frozen chicken and chicken substitute market, generating over 322 million U.S. dollars of sales. The leading brands respectively that year were Perdue, Tyson, and Just Bare. With over 87 million U.S. consumers in 2020, Tyson was also the country’s leading brand for frozen fried chicken. Frozen fried chicken A specific type of frozen chicken, which was consumed by about half the U.S. population in 2020, was fried chicken. Chicken nuggets, as well as tenders and fingers, were among the favorite fried chicken varieties that same year. Just over 73 million Americans had consumed fried nuggets, while about 66 million had tenders and/or fingers.

Whole, fresh, boiler/fryer chickens. Includes organic, non-organic as well as other descriptive claims."

The retail price of a whole chicken reached 6.09 Canadian dollars per kilogram in Canada in September 2024. During March 2024, the highest amount was recorded during the time period under consideration. The price of chicken had remained relatively constant over the past few years, staying between five and seven dollars per kilogram. Fluctuations in the Canadian chicken market Despite chicken prices remaining relatively stable, household expenditure on the white meat has varied recently, with average annual spending hitting a six-year low in 2017 at 230 Canadian dollars. Regardless of a decrease in household spending, chicken production reached an all-time high in 2022, with around 1.34 million metric tons of chicken produced in Canada. However, the volume of chicken exported from Canada has not increased in line with this increase in production. This suggests that Canadians are purchasing and consuming more chicken, yet they are purchasing cheaper cuts or varieties as expenditure is declining. Opinions on chicken consumption Males aged over 55 are the most likely demographic to actively include chicken in their diet, whilst females aged between 18 and 34 are most likely to avoid eating chicken. Females from this age group are also most likely to see eating less meat as a protein source as a positive choice.

All whole or half boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Includes organic, non-organic, fresh, and frozen, as well as other descriptive claims."

As of 2024, beef was the most expensive animal protein type with an avaerage price of 6.68 U.S. dollars per pound. Pork and Chicken were nearly half the price per pound at 3.15 U.S. dollars per pound and 3.09 U.S. dollars per pound, respectively.

Poultry traded flat at 7.41 BRL/Kgs on July 11, 2025. Over the past month, Poultry's price has risen 0.27%, and is up 1.51% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Poultry - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on July of 2025.

All whole or half boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Includes organic, non-organic, fresh, and frozen, as well as other descriptive claims."

This timeline depicts the retail price of chicken legs (bone-in) in the United States from 1995 to 2024. In 2024, the price for one pound of chicken legs amounted to **** U.S. dollars.

United States - Average Price: Chicken, Fresh, Whole (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in the West Census Region - Urban was 2.13400 Index in May of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Average Price: Chicken, Fresh, Whole (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in the West Census Region - Urban reached a record high of 2.28600 in June of 2024 and a record low of 0.66300 in May of 1980. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Average Price: Chicken, Fresh, Whole (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in the West Census Region - Urban - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on July of 2025.

United States - Average Price: Chicken, Fresh, Whole (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in U.S. City Average was 2.06100 Index in May of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Average Price: Chicken, Fresh, Whole (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in U.S. City Average reached a record high of 2.07600 in November of 2024 and a record low of 0.62800 in May of 1980. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Average Price: Chicken, Fresh, Whole (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in U.S. City Average - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on July of 2025.

United States - Average Price: Chicken, Fresh, Whole (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in the South Census Region - Urban was 1.94300 Index in May of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Average Price: Chicken, Fresh, Whole (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in the South Census Region - Urban reached a record high of 1.96700 in November of 2024 and a record low of 0.61600 in May of 1980. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Average Price: Chicken, Fresh, Whole (Cost per Pound/453.6 Grams) in the South Census Region - Urban - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on July of 2025.

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.

All bone-in legs and drumsticks. Includes organic, non-organic, fresh, and frozen, as well as other descriptive claims."

In 2024, the retail price for a dozen eggs in the United States was **** 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 **** 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 ***** 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 **** 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 ****** 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 *** 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.

Take-out Fried Chicken Market Outlook 2032

The global take-out fried chicken market size was USD 6.85 Billion in 2023 and is likely to reach USD 10.53 Billion by 2032, expanding at a CAGR of 5.50% during 2024–2032. The market growth is attributed to the rising consumer preference for convenience and fast food across the globe.



Increasing consumer preference for convenience and fast food is driving the take-out fried chicken market. The fast-paced lifestyle of the modern consumer necessitates quick meal solutions, and take-out fried chicken fits the bill perfectly. This trend is not just limited to the younger demographic even older consumers are showing a preference for this convenience food. Thus, in turn, is expected to fuel the market.

• In January 2021, KFC launched its best chicken sandwich ever. The new KFC Chicken Sandwich is now available in selected markets and is accessible seven days a week in all 4,000 KFC outlets across the U.S. The new KFC Chicken Sandwich is set to impress even the most particular chicken sandwich enthusiasts in every aspect from the quarter-pound, all-white meat, double-breaded, Extra Crispy chicken breast filet, to its freshly toasted buttery brioche bun, crispier, thicker pickles, and the ideal quantity of the Colonel's real mayo or spicy sauce.

Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Take-out Fried Chicken Market

The use of artificial intelligence is likely to boost the take-out fried chicken market. AI-powered chatbots and voice assistants are streamlining the ordering process, making it faster and more efficient. These smart systems handle multiple orders simultaneously, reducing wait times and improving customer satisfaction. Furthermore, AI is enhancing the personalization of services.



AI predicts individual preferences and suggests tailored menu options, by analyzing customer data, thereby driving sales. AI monitors cooking times and temperatures to ensure consistent quality, in the kitchen, while in the supply chain, it optimizes inventory management, reducing waste and saving costs. Thus, AI is improving the customer experience and increasing operational efficiency in the market.

In 2024, the most consumed type of meat in the United States was broiler chicken, at about 102.1 pounds per capita. This figure is expected to increase to around 110.4 pounds per capita by 2034. Chickens in the United States To accommodate the growing demand for chicken among American consumers, there is a rapidly expanding chicken industry in the United States. The overall value of all chickens in America was over 1.5 billion U.S. dollars in 2019. In that same year, an individual chicken in the United States was worth 3.32 U.S. dollars. Meat consumption in the United States On average, Americans purchase fresh meat about 27 times per year, compared to only 4.3 times for fresh seafood. A 2018 survey found that nearly half of Americans eat chicken a couple times a week but not every day, while only 9 percent ate chicken on a daily basis. Ready-to-eat meat/poultry is also very popular among consumers in the United States, with about 40 percent of Americans eating ready-to-eat meat at least once a week as of 2017.

Monthly average retail prices for selected products, for Canada and provinces. Prices are presented for the current month and the previous four months. Prices are based on transaction data from Canadian retailers, and are presented in Canadian current dollars.

United States Wholesale Price: Turkeys: Breast: 4-8 lbs data was reported at 1.190 USD/lb in Mar 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 0.975 USD/lb for Feb 2025. United States Wholesale Price: Turkeys: Breast: 4-8 lbs data is updated monthly, averaging 1.188 USD/lb from Jan 2000 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 298 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.770 USD/lb in Aug 2022 and a record low of 0.782 USD/lb in Apr 2024. United States Wholesale Price: Turkeys: Breast: 4-8 lbs data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Economic Research Service. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.P004: Poultry and Egg Price.