When you're out grocery shopping, you have a lot of choices to make about where to shop. Every state has talked about eggs and milk prices rising, but these stores have always been said to have had higher prices. Local brands, local franchises of bigger brands, chains, and big box stores, but they all come with different prices, but which ones are the most overpriced stores?

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Most "Overpriced" Grocery Stores

Obviously big stores with higher prices are close to major cities... like Chicago! No one likes breaking the bank while grocery shopping. There are plenty of stores in Illinois. Some are very well priced while others are seen as a bit more upper class. with this classism comes big price tags.

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Most "Overpriced" Grocery Stores In Illinois

The top two are as follows.

Whole Foods

With 26 locations in Illinois, it is no secret to any of the population that Whole Foods is popular. while being well known we also know that it is one of the most overpriced grocery stores in the country. Reports go on to say,

There’s a reason why Whole Foods is often referred to as “Whole Paycheck.” Since being founded in 1980, Whole Foods has earned a reputation for being one of the most overpriced grocery stores in the country.

You can see the number of stores here.

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The Fresh Market

With 4 locations in Illinois, the Fresh Market still has some standings in the great state as well. It is also one of the most overpriced grocery stores in the country. Reports go on to say,

The Fresh Market was founded by Ray and Beverly Berry in 1982 after they took a trip to Europe and were inspired by all the open-air markets. They now have 159 locations in 22 states and are dedicated to offering high-quality groceries.

You can see the number of stores here.

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