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- 12 Everyday Grocery Items That Cost Way More in Hawaii (wealthgang.com)
Aloha State Sticker Shock: Paradise Comes at a Price
Dreaming of a budget-friendly Hawaiian getaway? Think again.
While airfare and accommodations will certainly set you back, grocery prices in the islands might just break the bank. A recent look at a local Safeway reveals some eye-popping figures for everyday staples.
(Prices are subject to change).
Milk: At a staggering $8 per gallon, mainlanders used to paying around $3 might experience some serious dairy withdrawal.
Hamburger Buns: Planning a lanai barbecue? An 8-pack of buns will cost you $9.
Bacon: A breakfast staple, but at $16.49 a pack, you might be tempted to raise your own Hawaiian hogs.
Chips: Inflation has hit snack aisles nationwide, but $8 for a bag of Ruffles? Time to consider pretzels.
Bread: A simple loaf of sandwich bread will set you back $6.
Cream Cheese: At $6.50 a brick, dry bagels are starting to look pretty good.
Chicken Breast: Even this budget-friendly protein soars to $7 per pound in Hawaii.
Ritz Crackers: $6.50 a box? Cheese stands alone just fine, thank you very much.
Tortillas: A 10-count package of flour tortillas rings in at $8.29, making homemade tortillas suddenly very appealing.
Soft Drinks: A 12-pack of Coke for $14? Water has never looked so refreshing.
Ice Cream: $8 for a 1.5-quart container of Breyers? In a state where it’s perpetually summer, this feels like a cruel joke.
Canned Soup: Even pantry staples like Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom soup come at a premium, costing $3.79 per can. So much for those budget-friendly casserole recipes.
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