Egg Prices Surge 1,000% as Shoppers Adjust Buying Habits

Consumers Feel the Burn from Nationwide Egg Price Surge

Survey Reveals Americans Are Cutting Back on Egg Purchases

The egg price surge has reshaped shopping habits across the U.S., forcing millions to reduce or eliminate egg consumption entirely.

Price Hikes Spark Major Consumer Shift

Clarify Capital’s new report surveyed 1,000 Americans on how rising egg costs have affected their choices in stores and kitchens.

More than one-third stopped buying eggs altogether, especially Gen Xers and Gen Zers. Many say they won’t return until prices drop.

Egg Prices Reach Record Highs

In 2018, eggs cost $1.49 per dozen nationwide. By 2025, that price is expected to reach an average of $5.18.

Illinois faces the steepest increase—over 1,000%—from just 42 cents in 2018 to a projected $4.82 in 2025.

Supermarket News found eggs priced at $6.99 in some stores, with discounts dropping them to $4.99.

Americans Adjust Their Habits

Sixty-one percent of shoppers are now eating fewer eggs. Meanwhile, 44% use eggs less in cooking or baking.

Almost 70% blame the bird flu outbreak for the price hikes. Many also cite inflation and supply chain issues.

Furthermore, 42% witnessed others panic-buying eggs, though only 1 in 14 admit to doing it themselves.

How Much Is Too Much?

Most Americans say they would quit buying eggs if prices hit $8 per dozen—a number not far off in many regions.

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