How much is lean ground beef this week?
Week of October 23, 2026. Average of the prices U.S. supermarkets advertised this week, reported by USDA. Your store’s price may differ.
Lean ground beef averages $7.37/lb at U.S. supermarkets this week, 10% above usual for late October. Lean ground beef prices are usually lowest in January, November and December.
$7.37/lb
Pricey
10% above usual for late October. Featured by 3,964 stores, more than usual.
When to buy
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $6.29 | $6.36 | $6.31 | $6.47 | $6.39 | $6.39 | $6.44 | $6.57 | $6.41 | $7.03 | $6.18 | $6.27 |
- Usually cheapestJanuary, November and December
- Stores feature it mostJanuary, May and October
The past year
Average price/lbUsual range for the time of year
Questions shoppers ask
How much does lean ground beef cost at the grocery store?
Lean ground beef averages $7.37/lb at U.S. supermarkets this week, 10% above usual for late October.
When is lean ground beef cheapest?
In past years, supermarket prices for lean ground beef were lowest in January, November and December, and stores featured it most in January, May and October.
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