Happy Independence Day! As financial advisors, we think there’s no better way to celebrate this day than by sharing an overview of the numbers that shape our celebratory experiences:
🍴$9.5 billion - The estimated amount Americans spent on 4th of July food in 2023 — about $93.34 per person.
🌭 150 million - The number of hot dogs consumed each 4th of July — enough to stretch from D.C. to L.A. more than five times. It’s also the number of American flags sold in the U.S. each.
📺2 million - The number of people who tuned in to watch 2023 Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest champs Miki Sudo and Joey Chestnut consume 102 hot dogs combined.
🍻$3 billion - The estimated amount of dollars Americans spent on beer and wine for the Fourth of July in 2023. If you partake, just remember to enjoy responsibly!
🎇$2.3 billion - The total U.S. consumers spent on fireworks in 2023.
🚗50.7 million - The number of people who traveled 50 miles from home for the 4th of July, up 4% from 2022.
Whether your day includes travel, hot dogs and hamburgers, fireworks — or something else entirely — we’re wishing you a day filled with fun and relaxation!
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Just remember to stay safe and follow these tips to ensure a fun and worry-free #FourthOfJuly. Enjoy your festivities! 🇺🇸✨