You've probably noticed over the last few weeks that eggs have some insanely high prices. Due to the rising cases of avian influenza — the bird flu — egg producers are seeing effects on their hens' production. This, in turn, is causing shortages and some hefty price increases.
We did price comparisons at several national store chains to find the lowest egg prices as of January 2025. Keep in mind that sale prices can affect these comparisons, but this is a good resource when choosing where to shop for these everyday essentials. The prices listed are from stores across the country, which should give you an idea of where to find the cheapest eggs.
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Top 6 Stores With the Cheapest Eggs — No Sales or Coupons Needed
Prior to 2022, the highest price of a dozen eggs hit $2.97 in September 2015. Then in January 2023 we hit an all-time high, with the average prize of a dozen Grade A large eggs at $4.82 (remember that?!). Prices dropped again in the summer of 2023, but they’ve been steadily on the rise since December 2023, with an average price of $3.65 in November 2024.
They’re back up over $4 per dozen at many stores right now, but you can still find the cheapest eggs if you know where to look. Here are the top six stores with cheap eggs. (And spoiler alert: Trader Joe’s is almost always the best price.)
Trader Joe's
They're pretty much always the best. Right now in my area near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, you can get a dozen cage-free large brown or white eggs for $3.49 at Trader Joe's. This works out to $0.29 per egg and is the cheapest I could find anywhere without a sale or coupon.
Walmart
Walmart's got a dozen cage-free large white eggs for $3.72 — $0.31 per egg. Their Grade A large white eggs are priced at $4.53 right now — about $0.07 more per egg than the cage-free dozen. Why is that? It seems that many of the standard Grade A eggs have been hit harder with a supply problem, so as their prices rise, the usually more-expensive fancy eggs have (for now at least) become a better deal.
Sam's Club
Sam's Club cheap eggs work out to $0.31 per egg, but you have to be a Sam's Club member to get this price. You'll pay $5.52 for 18 pasture-raised large brown eggs. They've also got 24 cage-free large white eggs for $7.72 — $0.32 apiece.
Costco
Also offering some bulk options, Costco has 24 organic, cage-free large eggs for $8.19 — $0.34 per egg, which is down a cent from last week. Again, like Sam's, you'll need to be a member to get this price. Learn more about Costco membership cost and benefits.
Target
Target stays surprisingly competitive in the egg price game in my area. You'll get a dozen Grade A large eggs for $4.19 at my local Target — $0.35 per egg. If you prefer a fancier egg, though, you'll want to shop at Trader Joe's or one of the others, because Target's prices jump by at least a dollar per dozen for anything other than Grade A white eggs in my area.
Aldi
During the last bird flu outbreak, Aldi's Golden Hen brand was nearly always in second place behind Trader Joe's. This year, though, they're quite a bit more expensive. However, if you shop their cage-free brown eggs, you'll get a dozen for $4.29 or $0.36 per egg. That's cheaper than their Grade A eggs that I clocked at $4.67 during my last Aldi visit — $0.38 per egg.
KCL Tip: Don't assume Grade A white eggs are cheapest right now, do some price comparison because cage-free and free-range are actually a better price — and like will be until we see prices normalize again.
Why are eggs so expensive?
Egg prices dropped last year after bird flu cases from the outbreak in November 2023 declined. However, the current higher prices are related to another round of bird flu affecting egg production. Here's hoping the latest outbreak doesn't get any worse and these high egg prices will start to nosedive before mid-year.
What do the different types of eggs mean?
Eggs are no longer just white ovals in a styrofoam carton. There are organic eggs, cage-free eggs, free-range eggs, and more. But what does it mean? Let’s break it down.
Grade A, AA, B
The grade on egg cartons is assigned by the USDA and is based on the egg’s interior quality as well as its shell condition. Grade AA eggs have thick and firm whites and yolks that are round and defect-free. If you look at Grade A eggs, they have similar yolks but their whites may not be as firm. Next up is Grade B, which is assigned when the egg’s whites are thinner, the yolks are less round, and the shells have stains. Grade B eggs are usually used to make egg products and aren't often sold in stores.
Organic Eggs
The term organic is regulated by the USDA. In regard to eggs, it means that the chickens are free-range and fed a 100% organic diet free of hormones, antibiotics, arsenic, and by-products. These eggs must also come from hens that have access to graze outdoors at least 120 days per year.
Cage Free
So what are cage-free eggs? Cage-free quite literally means that the hens aren't kept in cages. It doesn’t mean, however, that their living facilities are top-notch. They could still be in cramped quarters with very little room to live. This term isn't regulated, so it’s hard to say.
Free Range
Free-range hens have access to the outdoors, but whether they’re roaming free in a field or just able to visit a screened-in porch will depend on the facility.
Pasture Raised
If you prefer your eggs to come from a hen with ample room to roam, pasture-raised eggs are a good option. This means that the chickens live outdoors and eat a natural diet of seeds, plants, and insects, which to some result in the best tasting eggs. The term isn't regulated by the FDA, so check that these eggs are Certified Humane and American Humane Certified. If you see this certification, a third party has determined that the hens have a specific amount of pasture land to roam and sufficient natural foods.
Hormone Free
While seeing these labels on a package may bring you comfort, don’t rely too heavily on these statements. The FDA has banned the use of hormones for poultry production, so this is true for all eggs.
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So what type of eggs should I buy?
To be perfectly honest, it’s up to you. All eggs are a great source of protein and vitamin D. You shouldn't avoid eggs in your balanced diet just because your budget doesn’t have room for high-end organic brands.
But if you do want to shop for eggs with denser shells and round yellow yolks, look for pasture-raised, organic eggs. According to experts at the Cleveland Clinic, these eggs have lower cholesterol content and darker, richer yolks.
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