Most Americans Steal Their Kids’ Halloween Candy (& More Spooky Season Facts)

Last year, Halloween was anything but normal. This year, most Americans feel confident they can celebrate the holiday safely, according to new data from WalletHub. The money talks too, with billions of dollars spent to make the season extra spooky!

You might be surprised by this year’s stats. For example, WalletHub estimates that a projected $6.3 billion will be spent on Halloween costumes and candy. The average person will spend around $103 celebrating spooky season and the average retail price of a pumpkin has shot up to $5.24, up 38% from last year.

If you plan to send your kids out trick or treating, 66% of Americans say they’ll hand out candy. Don’t be ashamed by sneaking a few pieces from the loot, either. After all, 79% of parents say they steal candy from their kids! If you still need costume inspo for the big night, 4.2 million kids will dress as superheroes and 1.6 million will be princesses.

Did you know that 80% of haunted houses are run by charities? And over half of Americans had plans to decorate their homes for the season. Finally, pets are getting in on the action, too. Almost one in four pets will don a costume around Halloween, with most popular choices including a hot dog, pumpkin, cat and bumble bee!

—Sarah Shebek

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