SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — While grocery prices have increased, there’s good news if you’re a South Dakotan.
A new study says South Dakotans spend the fifth least on groceries in the nation.
The analysis by Filterbuy found that per capita annual grocery spending in South Dakota amounts to $3,138, compared to the national average of $3,480.
South Dakota residents allocate 7.5% of all household spending on groceries.
More from the study:
Out of all U.S. states, residents of South Dakota spend the 5th least on groceries. Here is a summary of the data for South Dakota:
- Grocery spending as a share of total: 7.5%
- Per capita annual grocery spending: $3,138
- Per capita annual total spending: $41,825
- Percentage change in grocery spending (2019–2020): +10.8%