🍺 How Much Are You Paying for a Case of Beer?

Key Takeaways

• Alaska is the most expensive state to buy Bud Light or Miller Lite, at $33.62 per case.
• Beer by the case is cheapest in Illinois at $16.43 for a 24-pack.
• Distribution costs and market competition could explain these price differences

Why Is Beer So Expensive in Wyoming and Alaska?

It’s hard to say definitely.

Beer may cost more due to their large size and sparse populations, which make distribution harder and pricier. This may result in fewer beer options as well, giving leverage to sellers to set their prices.

By contrast, more populous states seem to have lower prices, suggesting brewers may accept lower margins to sell higher volumes.