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The average cost for a classic Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people is $55.18, a 5% decrease from last year.

A drop in turkey prices is a major reason for the lower overall cost, with a 16-pound bird averaging $21.50.

The costs of some items, like sweet potatoes and fresh vegetables, have increased significantly compared to 2024.

This is the third consecutive year that the cost of Thanksgiving dinner has declined since its record high in 2022.

The cost to prepare this year’s Thanksgiving dinner will be slightly less than it was in 2024, largely due to stores keeping turkey prices low , according to a farmers' organization.

The American Farm Bureau Federation said the average cost of Thanksgiving staples that make for a classic holiday spread to feed 10 people

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