AVERAGE GROCERY PRICES - If you feel like you're paying more than ever for groceries right now, you're likely right. According to the Census Bureau’s Household pulse survey, the average American spends $1,000 a month on groceries and $270 a week. The exact amount depends on the number of people in a home and where they live. Households California, Washington state and Florida have some of the highest bills, while homes in North Carolina, New York and Illinois pay the least. Washington Correspondent Arielle Hixson digs through the data and what it means for your community.