CandyStore.comhas come up with a state-by-state list of the most popular Halloween candy based on its sales data from 2007 to 2019. Some of the choices may surprise you—take a look at the partial list and CLICK HERE to see all 50 states.
- Alabama: Candy corn
- Arizona: Hot Tamales
- Connecticut: Milky Way
- Florida: Skittles – and PS? It’s the most-sold Halloween candy in America
- Illinois: Sour Patch Kids
- Louisiana: Lemonheads
- Maryland: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
- New Jersey: Tootsie Pops
- North Carolina: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
- Ohio: Blow Pops
- Pennsylvania: Hershey’s Mini Bars (are you really shocked about this one? It’s MADE there!)
- South Carolina: Butterfinger
- Texas: Starburst
- Utah: Jolly Ranchers
- Virginia: Snickers
- Wyoming: Salt Water Taffy
Bottom line? It’s not trick that Americans love their Halloween treats. Even with a “COVID Halloween,” rest assured there will be plenty sold between now and October 31st.
PHOTO: Getty Images