Price of Sirloin Steak (USDA Choice, Boneless) in 2026: Current Cost, Trends, and Regional Data

See the latest published U.S. average price for USDA Choice boneless sirloin steak, its monthly history, and available regional comparisons.

U.S. average · August 2026

$14.36per pound
down 1.6% vs. last monthup 0.3% vs. last year

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Sirloin steak price history

Price history 24 months ending Aug 2026

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USD per pound. Gaps indicate missing published observations.

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Sirloin Steak (USDA Choice, Boneless) monthly observations
MonthPrice (USD/lb)
August 2026$14.36
July 2026$14.59
June 2026$14.45
May 2026$14.27
April 2026$14.73
March 2026$14.12
February 2026$14.19
January 2026$13.84
December 2025$14.03
November 2025$13.34
October 2025Not published
September 2025$14.14
August 2025$14.32
July 2025$13.55
June 2025$12.92
May 2025$12.21
April 2025$12.33
March 2025$11.92
February 2025$11.90
January 2025$11.97
December 2024$11.67
November 2024$12.01
October 2024$11.50
September 2024$11.79

Sirloin steak prices by region

Compare regional averages for the same month. These figures provide a broad benchmark; individual stores and promotions can differ.

August 2026 · USD/lb
RegionAverage pricevs. U.S.
U.S. average$14.36Baseline
MidwestLowest reported$13.17down 8.3%
South$13.73down 4.3%
West$18.77up 30.7%
NortheastUnavailable—

Each comparison uses the same observation month. Missing regional observations are not substituted with older prices. Regions follow U.S. Census definitions.

What to check before buying

Match the package to the data: USDA Choice, boneless sirloin steak, priced per pound. A different grade, bone-in preparation, or differently labeled cut may not be directly comparable.

Compare the unit price across stores and package sizes. A family pack is only better value if it costs less per pound and you can use or freeze the amount you buy. Check local offers rather than relying on a particular season or week of the month to deliver the lowest price.

For meal planning, multiply the package’s price per pound by the weight you intend to buy. Compare that total with other cuts suitable for your recipe, allowing for trimming and bone weight where relevant.

Compare other beef prices

These related prices use the latest hub observation month. The combined steak category includes more than one type of steak, so it is a broader reference.

Cooking sirloin steak

Grilling and pan-searing both work well for sirloin. Pat the surface dry and leave space between steaks so the pan or grill can maintain its heat. Cooking time depends on thickness, equipment, and the meat’s starting temperature; use a thermometer rather than a fixed number of minutes.

USDA recommends cooking beef steaks to an internal temperature of at least 145°F, followed by a rest of at least 3 minutes. Follow any additional cooking instructions on the package. See the USDA safe temperature chart.

A reliable instant-read meat thermometer helps check the center of the steak. If you prefer stovetop cooking, a cast iron skillet is one option for searing. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

About these prices

Source: the BLS Average Price program, retrieved through FRED’s national sirloin steak series. Prices represent published monthly averages, not real-time offers. Monthly and yearly comparisons use exact calendar periods and are not CPI inflation measures.

The price panel and regional table identify the month they show. If a new observation is unavailable, a saved value remains labeled with its actual month.

Latest source release covers August 2026 · FRED release reference refreshed September 11, 2026. Each table and chart identifies its observation month.