Last week, we launched Summit Staples with five household basics: milk, eggs, butter, bread, and coffee. Prices were fairly close across Walmart, Meijer, and Kroger, with Walmart generally edging out the others by just a few cents.

This week, we moved into the Proteins & Pantry basket; chicken, beef, rice, pasta, and canned veggies. The results highlight just how much your grocery bill can shift depending on where you shop.

📊 Week 2: Proteins & Pantry

📊 Week 1 Recap: Dairy & Basics

📌 Takeaways So Far

• Meat prices sting: Ground beef across all three stores is hovering close to $7/lb, making it one of the biggest drivers of grocery bills.

• Walmart still wins pennies: Consistently lowest (or tied) on bread, pasta, and veggies.

• Meijer’s quiet advantage: Under $1 for rice and canned veggies makes a noticeable difference if you stock up.

• Small shifts matter: A difference of $0.20 on pasta or green beans might not sound like much, but across a month’s cart, it adds up.

📌 Disclaimer

Prices were recorded on Saturday, September 21, 2025 @ 12:15 PM from:

• Walmart (46818)

• Meijer (46818)

• Kroger (46825)

Prices may vary by location, time of day, sales, promotions, or availability. Summit Staples is designed to track overall trends, not guarantee exact prices at checkout.

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What prices are you seeing at your local store? Share your grocery finds and snapshots in our Summit City Scoop Facebook Group — your input may be featured in next week’s update!