America's Cheapest Grocery Store Has Been Hiding in Plain Sight
Doing your weekly grocery shopping can feel like a punch in the gut, especially as prices keep rising nationwide. I personally love grocery shopping to gawk at the new products and admire the gorgeous produce. But lately, it's become more like a chore since I have to spend an arm and a leg every time I go. New data is helping us discover the cheapest grocery stores to spend our hard-earned cash on. The most affordable grocery store in America is actually not what I'd expect.
Move over, warehouse giants and scrappy discount chains—Target just snagged the top spot as America's most affordable grocery store in more states than any other chain, according to a study from NetCredit. Yep, Target, home of $5 candles and impulse buys you never knew you needed, is now your go-to destination for low grocery prices.🍳 SIGN UP to get delicious recipes, handy kitchen hacks & fun food news in our daily Pop Kitchen newsletter 🍳
According to the report, Target offers the cheapest groceries in 15 states, including Florida, Hawaii, and a bunch of Midwest and Southern spots. That's more than Walmart, more than Aldi and more than any other big-name supermarket.
Target's been quietly leveling up its grocery game recently. In May 2024, the store cut prices on over 5,000 everyday items from name brands like Huggies and Persil to pantry staples and snacks.
Plus, Target's own private-label brands (like Good & Gather and Favorite Day) offer even deeper savings, especially if you're willing to swap out name-brand items for store-brand versions that are often just as good (or better).
While Walmart still reigns in big cities like New York, San Francisco and LA, and regional players like Grocery Outlet and H-E-B dominate in states like Oregon, Washington and Texas, Target's reach and pricing power can't be ignored. It's affordable, it's clean and let's be honest—it's fun. I love a good Target run!
With grocery prices rising almost everywhere, finding deals without sacrificing quality is more important than ever. So the next time you're planning your weekly grocery haul, don't overlook Target!America's Cheapest Grocery Store Has Been Hiding in Plain Sight first appeared on Parade on Jul 19, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
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