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Thanksgiving Dinner Costs Drop for Third Year in a Row

11/20/2025

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The cost of a Thanksgiving dinner for ten in the United States is projected at $55.18, about 5% lower than last year, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF).
This marks three consecutive years of price declines after a 2022 peak of $64.05.
The average price for a 16-pound turkey is $21.50, down more than 16% from 2024.
Prices for turkey, stuffing, and cranberries decreased.

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Story summary

The cost of a Thanksgiving dinner for ten in the United States is projected at $55.18, about 5% lower than last year, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF).
This marks three consecutive years of price declines after a 2022 peak of $64.05.
The average price for a 16-pound turkey is $21.50, down more than 16% from 2024.
Prices for turkey, stuffing, and cranberries decreased.