I have been reading all y’all’s feedback, and as promised, I'm back with a post comparing the grocery prices at Walmart, H-E-B, and Kroger using their own brand products (Great Value, Hill Country Fare, and Kroger, respectively). After analyzing the data, I found some trends that should help you decide where to shop for the best deals.

Overall, Walmart tends to offer the lowest prices, especially in categories like pantry staples and produce. For example, Walmart's total pantry cost comes in about 29% cheaper than Kroger's and around 3% less than H-E-B's, making it a great option for stocking up on essentials without breaking the bank.

H-E-B also offers competitive pricing, particularly in the dairy and household essentials categories. In fact, H-E-B's total dairy cost is approximately 8% lower than Walmart's, which can add up to significant savings over time. So, if dairy products are a big part of your grocery list, H-E-B might be the place to go. While Kroger tends to be slightly more expensive across most categories, they often have quality products and a wide selection that might justify the extra cost for some shoppers.

It's important to note that these findings are based on standard pricing and don't take into account coupons, discounts, or special promotions, which can vary widely and significantly affect the final cost. Keeping an eye out for sales and utilizing store loyalty programs can further maximize your savings regardless of where you choose to shop.

Hope this helps you make more informed choices on your next grocery run!

(ALSO, feel free to leave feedback, but please don’t complain about Costco/Sam’s Club not being on the list, as it’s comparing apples to oranges - Costco and Sam’s have a membership fee, and you’re comparing the cost of 20lbs of beef cost per pound vs 1, buying in bulk will obviously always be cheaper. This graph is obviously going to be more helpful for people who don’t have room to buy crazy amounts of food, i.e. college students and people new to College Station.

Again, I’m all for constructive criticism and helpful feedback, just not super short comments that say “Costco not on the list” or “you forgot Sam’s.”

I will do a graph comparing Sam’s v.s. Costco at some point as well though, so look forward to that.)

Grocery Store Comparison pt. 2