Halloween is just around the corner, and it’s going to cost you. A recent poll shows that the average person celebrating Halloween will spend about $289. That’s not pocket change!
If you’re a single adult without kids, expect to spend around $193. Most of that will go toward candy and maybe a fun costume—think “sexy vampire” or “last-minute zombie.” Quick and easy!
But if you’re a parent, get ready to shell out an average of $445. Yes, you read that right—$445! This includes not just candy and decorations, but also costumes, parties, haunted houses, and maybe a few tears at the store.
Here’s how that $289 average breaks down:
– $58 on costumes (for you, your kid, or both)
– $57 on decorations (cobwebs, fake tombstones, and spooky animatronics)
– $51 on party supplies (plates, cups, creepy napkins, and maybe a fog machine)
– $51 on tickets (haunted houses, pumpkin patches, and other fun activities)
– $50 on candy (because you don’t want to be the house without it)
– $23 on miscellaneous Halloween items
Another poll suggests the average spend might be even higher at $296. And yes, pet costumes are now a thing, with people planning to spend about $33 on their furry friends. Your dog could be a tiny ghost, and your cat a tiny vampire!
So, if you’re single, Halloween is a fun excuse to enjoy some candy. But if you have kids, brace yourself for some serious spending. Still, seeing your kid light up in a cool costume? Totally worth it. Happy haunting and happy spending!
