Halloween is the 2nd largest commercial holiday in the U.S. This year’s estimated spending total will be around $6.9 billion. The average household spends $74.34 on Halloween goods.
Salem, Massachusetts is the self-proclaimed Halloween capital of the world.
The first Jack O’Lanterns were actually made from turnips.
The most common adult Halloween costume is a witch.
The Village Halloween parade in New York City is the largest Halloween parade in the United States. The parade includes 50,000 participants and draws over 2 million spectators.
The most lit jack-o’-lanterns on display is 30,581 and was achieved by the City of Keene, New Hampshire in 2013.
Over 80% of haunted houses are operated by a charity.
Palm Spring, California is the most expensive place for Halloween parties. The average price per ticket is $331.55.
Boulder, Colorado is the least expensive place for Halloween parties. The average price per ticket is $4.31.
