This chart shows the average retail price of Grade A, Large eggs (cost per dozen) in U.S. cities, sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics via FRED. It includes organic, non-organic, cage-free, free-range, and traditional varieties. The dramatic 2022–2025 spike reflects compounding pressures: avian influenza outbreaks, supply-chain disruptions, and elevated feed costs. As a component of the Consumer Price Index (CPI), egg prices directly influence measured inflation. The optional S&P 500 overlay helps contextualize egg price movements within broader economic cycles.