Track current U.S. retail prices for beef, pork, poultry, and eggs, updated every month. The figures below are based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price data retrieved through the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis FRED service, and they refresh automatically as new monthly data is released. Click any cut for its full price history, regional comparison, and buying tips.
What Changed This Month
Over the past year, Eggs (Grade A, Large) shows the largest change of any tracked cut, running 36.7% lower than a year ago.
🥩 Beef Prices
| Cut | Current Price | vs Last Month | vs Last Year | 12-Mo Trend | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sirloin Steak (USDA Choice, Boneless) | $14.36/lb | down 1.6% | up 0.3% | View Details → | |
| Round Steak (USDA Choice, Boneless) | $9.69/lb | down 3.4% | up 6.8% | View Details → | |
| All Uncooked Beef Steaks | $12.81/lb | down 1.9% | up 4.8% | View Details → | |
| Chuck Roast (USDA Choice, Boneless) | $9.45/lb | down 1.9% | up 6.8% | View Details → | |
| All Uncooked Ground Beef | $7.16/lb | up 0.6% | up 7.9% | View Details → | |
| Ground Beef (100% Beef) | $6.92/lb | up 0.6% | up 9.6% | View Details → | |
| Ground Chuck (100% Beef) | $6.77/lb | down 1.1% | up 2.2% | View Details → |
🥓 Pork Prices
| Cut | Current Price | vs Last Month | vs Last Year | 12-Mo Trend | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacon (Sliced) | $6.61/lb | up 0.3% | down 8.4% | View Details → | |
| All Pork Chops | $4.24/lb | down 0.1% | down 1.4% | View Details → | |
| Pork Chops (Boneless) | $4.53/lb | down 0.9% | down 3.3% | ||
| Pork Chops, Center Cut (Bone-In) | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Ham (Boneless) | $5.38/lb | down 2.0% | down 0.9% | ||
| All Ham | $4.41/lb | down 1.9% | down 2.1% |
🍗 Poultry & Egg Prices
| Cut | Current Price | vs Last Month | vs Last Year | 12-Mo Trend | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Breast (Boneless) | $4.17/lb | up 0.5% | down 0.9% | View Details → | |
| Whole Chicken | $2.01/lb | up 0.3% | down 3.1% | View Details → | |
| Chicken Legs (Bone-In) | $1.67/lb | down 3.1% | down 7.1% | ||
| Eggs (Grade A, Large) | $2.27/doz | up 3.8% | down 36.7% | View Details → |
Price-change percentages compare BLS published average retail prices between months. Because average-price series can reflect shifts in the mix of products and outlets sampled, these percentages are not the same as CPI inflation measures.
Understanding Meat Prices by Category
Beef remains the most expensive major protein category, with prices heavily influenced by cattle herd sizes, feed grain costs, and export demand. Premium steak cuts tend to command the highest prices, while ground beef and chuck roast offer more affordable options for everyday cooking. Click any cut in the tables above for its full price history, regional breakdown, and buying tips.
Pork generally offers good value per pound, with pricing that tends to move less dramatically than beef through the year. Bacon is the exception, carrying a premium due to processing costs and steady consumer demand. Pork chops and ham cover a range of budgets and cooking methods.
Chicken and eggs are typically among the most affordable animal proteins, which makes them a backbone of budget-conscious meal planning. Egg prices in particular have swung sharply in recent years, largely because of avian influenza outbreaks affecting layer flocks. Both deliver strong nutritional value relative to their cost.
How to Save Money on Meat in Any Season
Beef demand often rises during grilling season, which can push prices up over the summer, while pork tends to be more affordable in the fall. Poultry stays the most price-stable protein through the year, which makes chicken breast and whole chickens dependable budget anchors for weekly meal planning.
Buying during low-price windows and freezing properly can meaningfully lower your annual meat spending. Vacuum-sealed steaks keep their quality for several months in a chest freezer, and ground beef freezes well for a few months. Whole chickens usually cost less per pound than boneless breasts.
Where you live affects what you pay, and the gap between the cheapest and most expensive regions can be significant for some cuts. Before you buy, check the regional breakdown on each cut’s page to see how your area compares against the national average.
Chuck roast and ground chuck deliver rich beef flavor for much less than premium steaks. Whole chickens usually cost less per pound than boneless breasts, and bone-in chicken legs are among the most affordable proteins tracked here. Round steak is a lean, budget-friendly pick. Use the price tables above to compare the current numbers.
Breaking down a whole chicken yourself takes about ten minutes and usually costs less than buying the parts separately. Pair that with our Wild Game Cookbook for recipes that turn affordable cuts into standout meals.
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All price data is from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price program, retrieved through the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis FRED service. Prices are collected monthly from roughly 75 urban areas and represent average retail prices paid by consumers. Data updates automatically as new figures are released. Regional breakdowns follow U.S. Census Bureau region definitions (Northeast, Midwest, South, West).