Watermelon prices today, New York
Wholesale price per case, updated Thursday, November 12, 2026
On November 12, 2026, wholesale watermelons (red flesh seedless, cartons 4s, 65-69 lb) from Mexico traded at $51.00 a case in New York (Hunts Point), 27% above the usual price for this time of year. The market looks steady: in two weeks, expect about $52 a case.
Also quoted that day
- Texas $58.00 to $60.00
- Today
- Unchanged
- For the season
- High for the season27% above usual
- Next 2 weeks
- Steadyabout $52 a case
- Week by week
- next week about $51, in 2 weeks about $52, in 4 weeks about $51
What to do
High for the season with no relief in sight. Look at other counts or packs, and price quotes to cover it.
Supply news
Mexico via Nogales, AZ: supplies fairly light, demand fairly good. Shipments 10% above last year.
Show the numbers
| Week of | Case price | Usual range |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 9, 2026 | $51.00 | $33.16 to $43.93 |
| Nov 2, 2026 | $51.00 | $33.16 to $43.93 |
| Oct 26, 2026 | $51.80 | $34.00 to $43.87 |
| Oct 19, 2026 | $56.80 | $34.84 to $43.81 |
| Oct 12, 2026 | $52.33 | $35.18 to $43.72 |
| Oct 5, 2026 | $43.50 | $34.77 to $43.25 |
| Sep 28, 2026 | $42.00 | $34.42 to $41.48 |
| Sep 21, 2026 | $39.00 | $34.22 to $40.44 |
| Sep 14, 2026 | $39.00 | $34.19 to $40.41 |
| Sep 7, 2026 | $34.00 | $34.15 to $41.43 |
| Aug 31, 2026 | $35.00 | $34.74 to $42.39 |
| Aug 24, 2026 | $33.00 | $36.18 to $43.92 |
| Aug 17, 2026 | $33.00 | $35.46 to $44.65 |
| Aug 10, 2026 | $33.00 | $36.62 to $44.65 |
| Aug 3, 2026 | $33.00 | $37.43 to $42.31 |
| Jul 27, 2026 | $33.00 | $35.88 to $42.14 |
| Jul 20, 2026 | $34.00 | $35.47 to $42.05 |
| Jul 13, 2026 | $39.00 | $35.68 to $42.31 |
| Jul 6, 2026 | $43.50 | $35.22 to $42.38 |
| Jun 8, 2026 | $33.00 | $35.09 to $44.47 |
| Jun 1, 2026 | $39.40 | $35.53 to $44.07 |
| May 18, 2026 | $39.00 | $35.12 to $42.17 |
| May 11, 2026 | $40.00 | $35.77 to $42.83 |
| May 4, 2026 | $42.00 | $36.04 to $43.11 |
| Apr 27, 2026 | $40.40 | $36.33 to $44.29 |
| Apr 20, 2026 | $50.00 | $36.55 to $45.33 |
| Apr 13, 2026 | $54.80 | $41.38 to $45.45 |
| Mar 23, 2026 | $61.00 | $42.38 to $49.64 |
| Mar 16, 2026 | $64.00 | $41.62 to $48.75 |
| Mar 9, 2026 | $57.90 | $40.66 to $48.39 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | $50.00 | $40.58 to $47.80 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | $49.00 | $40.48 to $47.80 |
| Feb 16, 2026 | $51.50 | $40.07 to $47.80 |
| Feb 9, 2026 | $57.60 | $39.88 to $47.93 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | $56.50 | $39.70 to $49.09 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | $54.50 | $39.61 to $51.20 |
| Jan 19, 2026 | $49.00 | $40.63 to $52.64 |
| Jan 12, 2026 | $49.00 | $46.19 to $54.44 |
| Jan 5, 2026 | $45.00 | $46.42 to $55.83 |
| Dec 29, 2025 | $40.00 | $46.62 to $54.46 |
| Dec 22, 2025 | $40.00 | $44.24 to $52.22 |
| Dec 15, 2025 | $40.80 | $41.14 to $48.69 |
| Dec 8, 2025 | $42.00 | $41.14 to $49.43 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | $40.00 | $37.44 to $53.76 |
| Nov 24, 2025 | $39.33 | $32.65 to $53.44 |
| Nov 17, 2025 | $39.00 | $31.55 to $51.33 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | $38.25 | $32.12 to $47.58 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | $36.20 | $32.30 to $42.72 |
| Oct 27, 2025 | $43.00 | $32.55 to $43.05 |
| Oct 20, 2025 | $43.00 | $34.35 to $42.48 |
| Oct 13, 2025 | $43.00 | $35.01 to $41.90 |
| Oct 6, 2025 | $40.00 | $34.84 to $42.10 |
| Sep 29, 2025 | $33.50 | $34.65 to $41.69 |
| Sep 22, 2025 | $29.00 | $34.62 to $40.44 |
| Sep 15, 2025 | $30.00 | $34.62 to $40.69 |
| Jul 14, 2025 | $35.00 | $36.20 to $42.38 |
All markets
USDA’s latest quote. Each market shows its own main pack and growing area.
| Market | Case | For the season | Next 2 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York (Hunts Point)Red flesh seedless, cartons 4s, 65-69 lb, Mexico | $51.00 | High for the season27% above usual | Steadyabout $52 |
| Los AngelesRed flesh seedless, cartons, 5s, Mexico | $37.00 | High for the season28% above usual | Steadyabout $38 |
| ChicagoRed flesh seedless, cartons, 4s, Mexico | $48.00 | High for the season26% above usual | Steadyabout $47 |
| PhiladelphiaRed flesh seedless, cartons, 4s, Mexico | $48.00 | High for the season21% above usual | Steadyabout $48 |
| BostonRed flesh seedless, cartons, 4s, South Carolina | $50.00 | New packno history to compare yet | Steadyabout $50 |
| AtlantaRed flesh seedless, cartons, 5s | $29.50 | Low for the season24% below usual | Steadyabout $31 |
| DetroitRed flesh seedless, flat cartons, 4s, Mexico | $42.50 | High for the season7% above usual | Steadyabout $43 |
Questions buyers ask
How much does a case of watermelons cost wholesale right now?
$51.00 in New York (red flesh seedless, cartons 4s, 65-69 lb, Mexico). $37.00 in Los Angeles (red flesh seedless, cartons, 5s, Mexico). $48.00 in Chicago (red flesh seedless, cartons, 4s, Mexico). $48.00 in Philadelphia (red flesh seedless, cartons, 4s, Mexico). $50.00 in Boston (red flesh seedless, cartons, 4s, South Carolina). $29.50 in Atlanta (red flesh seedless, cartons, 5s). $42.50 in Detroit (red flesh seedless, flat cartons, 4s, Mexico).
Are watermelon prices high right now?
In New York, watermelons are 27% above the usual price for this time of year, high for the season.
Will watermelon prices go up or down?
The two-week forecast for New York says prices should stay about the same: about $52 a case. When it calls a firming or softening market, it was right about 3 times in 4 in testing (2021 to 2026).
Shopping for home? See what supermarkets are charging for watermelons this week.