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Egg Prices Plummet: Relief for Shoppers
14 Feb
Summary
- Egg prices saw a significant 34.2% decrease over the past year.
- January 2025 saw prices peak, with some retailers charging over $9.
- Egg prices experienced the steepest year-over-year decline in January's CPI.
After a period where eggs felt like a luxury, their affordability is returning. In January 2025, egg prices climbed dramatically, with some U.S. retailers charging over $9 for a dozen. Supply shortages, exacerbated by bird flu, led to empty shelves and purchase limits in stores.
However, the trend has reversed significantly. According to the latest Consumer Price Index report, egg prices fell 7% in January compared to the prior month, seasonally adjusted. More notably, they are down 34.2% from the same time last year. This substantial decrease represents the steepest year-over-year decline among all goods and services tracked in January's CPI data, signaling a welcome shift for consumers.
