What is the price of pistachios per kilogram/pound in US today?
The retail price range for US pistachios is between US$ 14.35 and US$ 35.93 per kilogram or between US$ 6.51 and US$ 16.30 per pound(lb). Click here to see today's exact prices of pistachios in US
The retail price range in Euro for pistachios is between EUR 13.17 and EUR 32.97 per kilogram or between EUR 5.97 and EUR 14.95 per pound(lb) in Washington and New York.
Wholesale prices
In 2025, the approximate wholesale price range for US pistachios is between US$ 10.05 and US$ 25.15 per kilogram or between US$ 4.56 and US$ 11.41 per pound(lb).
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US Pistachios Export Prices - Historical, Trends and Prediction
The export price per kilogram of Pistachios from the US over the last five years has seen a steady increase. In 2017, the price was 3.41 US $ per kg, and by 2021, it fell to 3.11 US $ per kg. The highest price was recorded in 2015, at 10.25 US $ per kg. The current price is 2.47 US $ per kg. Based on the data, it is predicted that the export price per kilogram of Pistachios from the US will be 7.90 US $ per kg in 2023 and 7.48 US $ per kg in 2024.
The pistachios exports from US are classified as:
- Fresh or dried pistachios, shelled (HS code 080252)
- Pistachios (HS code 0802Xb)
- Fresh or dried pistachios, in shell (HS code 080251)
- Fresh or dried pistachios, whether or not shelled or peeled (HS code 080250)
US Pistachios Import Prices - Historical, Trends and Prediction
The import price per kilogram of Pistachios into the US over the last five years has been quite volatile. In 2012, the price was 6.82 US dollars per kg, which increased to 8.05 US dollars per kg in 2013. This was followed by a slight increase to 8.58 US dollars per kg in 2014. The price then rose to 9.31 US dollars per kg in 2015, before dropping to 7.92 US dollars per kg in 2016. The price then decreased further to 7.38 US dollars per kg in 2017, before increasing to 7.80 US dollars per kg in 2018. The price then rose again to 8.09 US dollars per kg in 2019, before increasing to 8.32 US dollars per kg in 2020. The price then dropped to 7.93 US dollars per kg in 2021, before decreasing further to 7.52 US dollars per kg in 2022. Based on the data, it is predicted that the import price per kilogram of Pistachios into the US will be 7.30 US dollars per kg in 2023 and 7.10 US dollars per kg in 2024.Export values for US pistachios
The total values in export for pistachios in US were US$ 1,074,268, US$ 1,418,020, US$ 1,506,184 and US$ 1,857,132 in US dollar thousand for the years 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 in that order.
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US pistachios - Production, Exports, Imports, Seasons and HS Codes
The quantity of pistachios exported by US in 2020 was 177,599 metric tons. In 2019 US exported 229,697 tonnes of pistachios. Across 2019 alone, the market for US pistachios (nuts category) has climbed, recording a change of 18.877 percent compared to the year 2018. Between 2017 and 2019, pistachios' exports increased by 19.5 pc bringing the exporter US$1,857.13m for the year 2019. US' pistachios exports are categorised as:
- Fresh or dried pistachios, whether or not shelled or peeled (HS code 080250)
- Fresh or dried pistachios, shelled (HS code 080252)
- Fresh or dried pistachios, in shell (HS code 080251)
- Pistachios (HS code 0802Xb)
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US pistachios export values
In 2019, US shipped pistachios worth 1,857.13m USD, an improvement of 23.30% from 2018's total pistachios export of 1506.184m USD. The annual change in value of US pistachios between 2017 to 2018 was 6.217 pc.
The yearly variation in the quantity of US' pistachios exports between 2017 and 2019 was 19.5 per cent in comparison to a variation of 18.877% in the period between 2018 and 2019.
US' share of the world's total pistachios' exports in 2019 was 1.1 pc. The country is ranked number 11 in world exports of pistachios.
Export markets for US pistachios ( in '000$ )
US' top destinations for pistachios are Hong Kong, China, Germany, Belgium and Spain.
US imported 359 tonnes of pistachios in 2019.
Production
The production of pistachios in US was 1,342,640 tonnes in 2019 and is predicted to change by an average of -25.03%. The country had an estimated 467,800.00 hectares under pistachios cultivation.
Pistachio Prices: Latest Prices Per Pound, Per Kilo & What’s Driving Costs
The average retail price of pistachios in the US is $14.94 per kilogram ($6.79 per pound) for in-shell pistachios. Shelled pistachios retail at approximately $22.64 per kilogram ($10.29 per pound). On the wholesale market, in-shell pistachios average $10.91 per kg ($4.95/lb), while shelled pistachios sell for about $16.86 per kg ($7.65/lb).
Current Pistachio Prices in the US - Detailed View
Pistachio Type | Average Price per Pound (USD) |
In-shell (Retail) | $6.79 |
In-shell (Bulk/Wholesale) | $4.95 |
Shelled (Retail) | $10.29 |
Shelled (Bulk/Wholesale) | $7.65 |
Organic (Retail) | $11.49 |
Organic (Bulk) | $8.20 |
Historical Pistachio Price Trends (2020–2025)
Year | Avg Retail Price (In-shell, per lb) | Key Market Drivers |
2025 | $6.79 | Lower yields in CA, strong demand in Asia |
2024 | $6.15 | Reduced acreage, inflationary pressure |
2023 | $5.92 | Supply chain recovery, strong harvest |
2022 | $6.38 | Drought impact in California |
2021 | $5.67 | Pandemic disruptions, higher shipping costs |
2020 | $4.90 | Pre-pandemic stability |
Why Are Pistachio Prices Rising
Pistachio prices in the US have jumped by more than 37% since 2020. In-shell pistachios that cost $4.90 per pound in 2020 now average $6.79 per pound in 2025. Shelled pistachios, once under $8 per pound, are now over $10 in most retail stores. The rise has been steady over five years and is showing no sign of slowing down.
These are the factors responsible for this upward trend:
1. Drought Conditions in California
California, which produces nearly all pistachios in the US, is in its fourth year of severe drought. Water access has become increasingly restricted in key farming regions like the Central Valley. Many growers have been forced to cut back on irrigation, and this has led to smaller harvests and lower yields.
2. Increased Global Demand
Exports to countries like China, India, Germany, and Japan have surged. International buyers are purchasing large volumes, often paying premium rates for US-grown pistachios. This has put extra pressure on the domestic market.
3. Labor and Input Costs
Growers are paying more for nearly every input — including fertilizer, labor, packaging, and freight. These cost increases are being passed directly to buyers. Farmers who operate on thin margins can’t absorb these expenses, so the base price of pistachios continues to rise.
4. Export-Grade Quality Standards
Top-tier pistachios used in baking, exports, and premium snack products are priced well above average. As more retailers focus on these higher-margin products, the overall market price has shifted upward. Even standard grades are now priced closer to what used to be considered premium.
US vs Global Pistachio Prices
Country | Avg Retail Price per Pound (USD) |
United States | $6.79 |
Germany | $8.10 |
Japan | $9.25 |
India | $7.60 |
Turkey (domestic) | $5.40 |
What are the latest California pistachio market trends?
Reduced yields due to ongoing water scarcity
Shift toward organic production, which raises average prices
Higher export volumes, especially to Asia and Europe
More acreage moving to alternate-bearing pistachio varieties, affecting year-on-year output