No Virginia, Trader Joe’s prices didn’t double.
Actually, some of their items have gone down. Recently a California loon claimed that it went to Trader Joe’s and their prices have doubled. I thought wow that’s unbelievable. So, I actually reached out to them in the Northern California area. Below is what I found out.
A false claim. Said that was misinformation. A rag claimed their prices doubled but none of the items they listed did actually double. I asked for an up down price list.
Produce
Strawberries (1 lb):
$3.99 → $3.49 (down 50¢)
Organic Strawberries (2 lb):
$8.99 → $7.99 (down $1)
Yellow Peaches:
$6.99 → $3.99 (down $3 — a 43% drop)
🫒 Oils
Imported Olive Oil (Packed in Italy):
$10.99 → $9.99 (down $1)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (1 liter):
$11.99 → $10.99 (down $1)
🦃 Seasonal / Frozen
Breaded Turkey-less Stuffed Roast:
$14.99 → $8.99 (down $6 — a 40% drop)
🟥 Meanwhile, some items did go up
Also from the same tracker:
Dark Chocolate Sunflower Seed Butter Cups: $1.29 → $1.59
Italian Style Meatballs: $5.49 → $5.99
Coffee varieties: $5.49 → $6.49
Thai Lime & Chili Cashews: $7.99 → $8.49
