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Ice cream prices melt: Falling butterfat prices bring relief to the freezer aisle
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 19, 2026
· 3 min read
By Isabelle LaBianco
(CNN) — Ice cream prices are cooling off at the cash register ahead of National Ice Cream Day.
Even as summer heat drives up the demand for frozen treats, the average price of a half-gallon ice cream container in the US was below $6 last month, according to data released ...
Key takeaway Even as summer heat drives up the demand for frozen treats, the average price of a half-gallon ice cream container in the US was below $6 last month, according to data released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Why this matters in The El Paso
For El Paso residents, the drop in ice cream prices comes as a sweet relief during the scorching summer months. As the city's residents seek ways to beat the heat, the decrease in butterfat prices will likely have a direct impact on the local frozen treat market. With the average price of a half-gallon ice cream container now below $6, El Pasoans can expect to find more affordable options at their local grocery stores and markets. The city's ice cream shops and vendors may also benefit from the price drop, potentially leading to increased sales and a boost to the local economy. As the community prepares to celebrate National Ice Cream Day, the timing of this price decrease couldn't be better, making it easier for residents to indulge in their favorite frozen treats without breaking the bank.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? By Isabelle LaBianco
(CNN) — Ice cream prices are cooling off at the cash register ahead of National Ice Cream Day.
Even as summer heat drives up the demand for frozen treats, the average price of a half-gallon ice cream container in the US was below $6 last month, according to data released ...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 19, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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