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41% of 50-64s cut grocery spending, AARP finds

By Drooid · Sep 26, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC · How we work

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AARP reports 41% of adults aged 50-64 reduced grocery spending last month.
58% of surveyed older adults cut dining-out expenses, while 52% trimmed entertainment spending.
Housing economist Christopher Mayer says grocery cuts signal pressure on older homeowners, who may skip insurance.
If household income fell 5%, 61% would use savings, over a third credit cards, 45% seek cheaper options.

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AARP reports 41% of adults aged 50-64 reduced grocery spending last month.
58% of surveyed older adults cut dining-out expenses, while 52% trimmed entertainment spending.
Housing economist Christopher Mayer says grocery cuts signal pressure on older homeowners, who may skip insurance.
If household income fell 5%, 61% would use savings, over a third credit cards, 45% seek cheaper options.