How Much You Can Expect Thanksgiving Dinner Will Cost You in NJ

The stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, rice, bread, salad, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie...what did I forget?

Oh yeah, of course, the TURKEY!!

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Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and while the excitement builds, there's also some hesitation as you wonder just how much this year's dinner will end up costing.

It can be an extremely stressful time of year, especially when you're hosting.

We gather at my mom's house, and everyone brings a dish.

That way, we all can pitch in and help lighten the load for her.

I'm in charge of a side dish this year.

I'm looking for something a little different so if you have any good suggestions, let me know in the comments below!

So how much is everything going to cost this year?

The Cost of Serving Thanksgiving Dinner in NJ 2024

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Wells Fargo put together a menu for 10 including turkey, stuffing, salad, cranberries, dinner rolls, and pumpkin pie.

Using name-brand products, the meal will cost around $90 this year, down 0.5% from last year’s Thanksgiving meal.

The same meal using store brands will cost $73, which is up 2.7% from last year.

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However, with a $17 savings, many are opting for the store brands this year to take advantage of the opportunity of having some extra money in their wallet.

But more specifically, how much will certain items cost at supermarkets here in New Jersey?

Below is a list of items and prices.

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Take a look and see what certain items are going to cost you here in New Jersey.