6 Everyday Items That Are Still Cheap at Big-Box Stores — for Now
While prices on everything might feel like they're rising, you've still got some cheap options at big-box stores that can save you money in the long-run.
Here are six everyday items that are still cheap at big-box stores.
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Rice
Rice is often a staple of many meals and a little goes a long way. You'll generally find more rice for a lower cost at big-box stores. For instance, Costco sells 25-pound bags of Supreme Rice Long-Grain Rice for just $13.61.
Laundry Detergent
If you're like many households, doing laundry can feel like a never-ending task. So you might appreciate the feeling of having (nearly) never-ending laundry detergent for all your needs thanks to big-box stores.
However, if you have a favorite in mind, you'll have more options at a big-box retailer like Target or Walmart than at a big-box warehouse like Costco or Sam's Club. For instance, Target and Walmart carry various options from the brand Seventh Generation while Costco and Sam's Club don't cater as much.
Frozen Vegetables
Big box stores often have their own selection of frozen vegetables. They're just as healthy as fresh vegetables but perhaps the best perk — you can have them even when they're not in season. Sam's Club sells their 4-pound bag of Broccoli Normandy for $6.98 while Costco sells their 5.5-pound bag for $12.93.
Basic Apparel
While tariffs play havoc with prices, you can still get basic apparel for cheap today. Walmart sells a women's long-sleeve T-shirt for $5.48 while Costco sells a men's Champion active T-shirt for $11.99.
Pasta Sauce
Busy, frugal households can save large bottles of additional, opened pasta sauce jars in the fridge and use them in a multitude of ways, including as bases for various dishes. At Costco you can get a pack of two Rao's Marinara Sauce 31.07 oz jars for $14.74.
Canned Goods
No need to worry about wasting money with canned goods going bad. Nonperishable means they're handy in emergencies or when you're out of ideas for what to make for dinner. Consider what you'd like to have on stock in your home and the space you have to allocate.
Sam's Club sells an 8-pack of 14.5-ounce cans of cut green beans for $8.42, Costco sells a 12-pack for $13.61 and Target sells one can for $1.89.
Editor’s note: Prices and availability are accurate as of March 26, 2026, and are subject to change.
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