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The Most Popular Halloween Candy in Every State for 2026, Mapped
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Key Points:
- DoorDash analyzed Halloween candy orders from October 1-31, 2025, to determine America's top 10 favorite candies during the holiday.
- Reese's Peanut Butter Cups ranked first for the third consecutive year, dominating in 15 states primarily in the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Pacific Northwest regions.
- Hershey's was the second favorite in North Carolina, while M&M's ranked third nationally but did not lead in any single state.
- Fruity candies like Nerds, Skittles, Sour Patch Kids, Airheads, and Haribo made the top five but had more niche followings.
- Regional preferences showed Sweet Smiles and SweeTarts as popular in much of the South and Southwest, highlighting varied tastes across the country.
