New data for 2024 has revealed the most popular Halloween candy in New Jersey, and you probably won’t be able to guess it.

If someone asked you to name the top Halloween candy in the Garden State, you’d probably answer with one of the most famous candies in the world like M&M’s or Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, but you wouldn’t even be close to naming the Garden State’s top Halloween candy for 2024.

New Jersey's Favorite Halloween Candy For 2024

The data, released by Instacart reveals that your guesses were right on the mark nationwide, with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups taking the #1 spot nationally, and Peanut M&M’s right behind at #2.

Photo by Vinicius "amnx" Amano on Unspla
Photo by Vinicius "amnx" Amano on Unspla
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But when it comes to New Jersey, our candy choice hits a bit of a sour note.
In the Garden State, the top Halloween candy is Sour Patch Kids. Could this be a reflection of our overall demeanor in New Jersey?

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Although The Garden State is not the only state to choose Sour Patch Kids as the top Halloween candy, one of the country's most well-known candies, and my favorite, Skittles, was only selected by one state, Texas, meaning I may have to move.
And if you’re a  Milky Way or Starburst fan, they are the favorite of only one state each.

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