As reported by NBC News, the price of groceries has been rising over the past five years. So frugal retirees would be wise to buy nonperishable pantry staples now to possibly save money later.
Retirees can look to Walmart ahead of spring to save money on these five grocery areas.
Baking Ingredients
Baking supplies, like sugar, flour and baking soda, have a long shelf-life that will extend well beyond spring 2026. At Walmart, a single, 20-ounce all-purpose flour costs $2.18, a 16-ounce tub of Pillsbury vanilla frosting is just $1.86 and a three-pack of powdered sugar costs $6.51.
Frugal retirees can stay on top of inflation and buy these items now for whenever a baking kick strikes — even as far off as springtime and beyond.
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Peanut Butter
Peanut butter, part of many American childhood diets, continues to be nutritious (and cost-efficient) into retirement. Retirees can be prepared whenever hunger strikes by having a container or two of peanut butter ready for a protein-rich sandwich or even the base for a hefty pasta sauce.
Walmart sells a bestselling creamy four-pack for just $7.92.
Canned Goods
Canned goods are great for emergency situations.
Whether it’s a 10.5-ounce can of Campbell’s condensed cream of chicken soup on sale for $1.79, an eight-pack of 15-ounce cans of whole kernel corns for $6.08 or a 12-ounce can of classic Spam for $4.14, retirees have options at Walmart that will last ahead of spring and beyond.
Coffee and Tea
No matter the season, retirees can start their day off with a priceless cup of coffee or tea.
A 9.6-ounce can of Folgers classic roast is available for $6.97, while a 100-count of Lipton tea bags is available for $4.92.
Frozen Fruits and Vegetables
Retirees thinking ahead can buy frozen fruits and vegetables that won’t be in season in the springtime. Consider current fresh favorites that you might crave once winter is long behind.
Walmart’s 10-ounce bag of frozen sweet potatoes for just $1.82 are a popular choice, or consider a 16-ounce bag of frozen Brussels sprouts for just $4.
Editor’s note: Pricing and availability may vary depending on location.
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