How much are green beans this week?
Supermarket flyers across the U.S., week of October 23, 2026, from USDA
In this week’s supermarket flyers across the U.S., green beans are on sale for $2.75/lb on average, 37% above usual for late October. Green beans are in season now. They’re usually cheapest in May, August and September.
$2.75/lb
Pricey
Grown all year in rotating regions.37% above usual for late October. In season. On sale in 1,760 stores, more than usual.
Pricey this week. Try broccoli instead.
When to buy
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Price | $1.92 | $2.10 | $1.96 | $1.87 | $1.79 | $1.83 | $1.88 | $1.77 | $1.78 | $2.01 | $2.01 | $1.92 |
- Quality nowGood. Grown all year in rotating regions.
- Usually cheapestMay, August and September
- Most often on saleMarch, August and December
The past year
Average sale price/lbUsual range for the time of year
Questions shoppers ask
How much do green beans cost at the grocery store?
In this week’s supermarket flyers across the U.S., green beans are on sale for $2.75/lb on average, 37% above usual for late October.
Are green beans in season right now?
Green beans are in season now.
When are green beans cheapest?
In past years, supermarket sale prices for green beans were lowest in May, August and September, and they were most often on sale in March, August and December.