Halloween candy prices are up, with candy and gum 7.7% higher than a year ago

Summary

Candy prices, the most popular Halloween purchase, and gum prices have risen 7.7% in one year and more than 18% in two years, according to the latest federal data, NPR reports. The BBC reports that the price of candy, especially chocolate, is up, and Halloween shoppers are searching for deals and ways to cut costs.

Timeline

1. NPR

   30 Oct 2026, 09:00 UTCSource ↗

   NPR reports that candy, the most popular Halloween purchase, and gum prices have risen 7.7% in one year and are up more than 18% in two years, according to the latest federal data.

2. BBC

   30 Oct 2026, 21:34 UTCSource ↗

   The BBC reports that the price of candy, especially chocolate, is up, and Halloween bargain hunters are searching for deals and ways to cut costs.