Key facts
- Halloween candy prices have increased 71% since 2021.
- A 100-piece bag of candy now costs an average of $16.96.
- Rising cocoa costs, supply shortages, and extreme weather contribute to higher prices.
Halloween candy prices have surged significantly, with a 100-piece bag costing 71% more since 2021. This increase, which outpaces overall inflation, is attributed to rising cocoa costs, supply chain disruptions, and adverse weather conditions in cocoa-producing regions. The "candy and chewing gum" category alone has seen a 7.7% price spike in the past year. Despite these higher costs, consumers are projected to spend $4.1 billion on Halloween candy.