We Went Shopping at the MOST EXPENSIVE Grocery Store in America! - Barrow, Alaska

[@MrMorton]

shipping liquid, glass and cans is very heavy and expensive. Much of the meats, eggs, and vegetables are likely grown in perhaps southern Alaska.

[@monmixer]

Right, logistics make them the victim. They get it though. We all get it. right in the bum.

[@angel5499]

@@monmixer considering alaskans get paid reallly well but, over all higher cost of living, kinda makes it like they were living back in the US . Its basically CALI with snow.

[@thenungzo]

Most of the meat, eggs, and vegetables are grown in other states in the United States, then shipped to Anchorage, before being shipped to Barrow. You do get some local stuff in Alaska, but most of it is from out of state.

[@georgianapage7198]

I don’t know how many of the fresh items came directly from Alaska, but I agree that the weight is where the cost is because flying in goods is expensive.. hence the 40$ case of water

[@ShitBoxEngineering]

Also I imagine hunting is alot more common up there.

[@valeriederrick2352]

They don't keep the engines running so the car doesn't cool down, they keep the cars running so the engine block doesn't freeze! We did the same thing when we lived in Fairbanks, and at night we had to plug in an engine heater so it wouldn't freeze over night.

[@MustBeM]

Some amazing videos from the coldest city in the world (in Russia) and how they keep the cars running and in a little sleeping bag-type thing

[@original.intent.bitcoin]

We did this in North Dakota.

[@dave3657]

I had an engine heater in Kansas in my truck that parked outside.

[@Psyche0delic]

@@MustBeM In Canada, we keep stuff to pour into the gas tank when the gasoline freezes and the car will not start.

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

@@Psyche0delicgas doesn’t freeze but water in the bottom of the tank will, that’s what fuel additives are for. It’s the battery that freezes and the oil gets really really thick. A block heater keeps the oil loose not the gas. Diesel fuel will gel up.

[@kennethwilliams7697]

You guys continue to be my favorite vloggers. I've been watching you two since the beginning of the pandemic, and I contionue to enjoy your endless adventures. Keep on rocking and rolling, and I'll keep watching and enjoying!

[@Bea_mackinnon]

💯 ❤

[@Theendlessadventure]

Thank you for all the support over the years! Here's to many more adventure together! 🍻🌎

[@jefforceone]

Thank you so much for showing this video on KZbin. I live in New York City and I promise I will never complain about food prices ever again like my mother said it could be worse.

[@aaronjennings8385]

To manage the high costs of grocery shopping in Barrow, Alaska. Flying Groceries Residents take advantage of cheap airfare to Anchorage, buy groceries (including from Costco), and transport them back to Barrow. Alaska Airlines allows up to 150 pounds of cargo per person, significantly reducing costs. Annual Barge Shipments Once a year, typically in August, barges deliver ordered goods to Barrow. Residents order staples like flour and soda in January or February, saving nearly 50% on shipping costs compared to flying goods in during other months. Mail Order Groceries mail-order groceries with free shipping to rural Alaska, including Barrow, providing access to a wide range of items without personal travel. Local Strategies Residents plan carefully, considering shelf life and cost per pound. Buying in bulk and using annual barge shipments for staples help mitigate the high costs of perishable items like milk, eggs, and produce. These methods, when combined, help Barrow manage the high costs associated with grocery shopping in such a remote location.

[@Smalltownsteading]

I met an older retired man, that for 20 years would load up a delivery truck with cheap fresh produce here in WA and drive it up to Alaska and sell it in a parking lot. He said people would meet him there and buy everything at once. Then he would just do it again.

[@ryanmcgarry-winne5015]

How’d he get it all through customs, because he’d have to pass through the BC province?

[@Mnbvcxzlkjhg1]

​@@ryanmcgarry-winne5015i would imagine there is some kind of transit permit.

[@DavidLovesJesus]

Thanks!

[@oski90059]

Now I want them to go to Erewhon

[@theathjr]

Yeah you think Whole Foods is expensive try shopping at “Nowhere” spelled backwards. A store for Malibu’s elite.

[@Super_Chief]

I used to live in Haines, Alaska, at the top of the Inside Passage. Our one and only store didn’t have prices quite as high as Barrow, but damned near! There is no such thing as cheap groceries anywhere in Alaska! Everything that arrived in Haines had to be brought all the way up the Inside Passage by barge. Everything. But what always got me was whenever the barge was late (which was every time the wind would blow), the very first thing that our store would always run out of, was milk. I have no idea why that is, but about half the time I tried to buy milk, there was none to be found. I also can’t believe you two went up there without something to pull over your face and Eric didn’t even bother to think about gloves. What were you guys thinking? 🏝🍹🌞

[@chilkat_river]

It's cold tonight in Haines.

[@Super_Chief]

@@chilkat_river Well hello there! It was near zero where I live in Montana last night (near Yellowstone National Park). Haines doesn’t get too cold (unless you live up at 33 mile or Klukwan). If your last name is either Hotch, or Tabler, I probably know who you are. 😉 I’m guessing if you have lived there for 25 years (when I left there), I probably know you. In my comment, I was referring to Howser’s (Jeff’s store), but when I lived in Haines, we also had an A&P (Alaska & Proud). That was torn down about 25 years ago. Do you remember that?

[@chilkat_river]

@@Super_Chief I was in Haines on vacation in 2000. I did see the A&P building but it was in very bad shape. I came back in 2007 and stayed. Have you heard the Quick Trip burned down? Sporting goods and liquor included. 😥

[@Super_Chief]

​@@chilkat_river I actually saw photos from the Quick Stop fire that a good friend of mine up there had taken. I’m also glad that I missed the landslide on Mt. Riley and all of the flooding. Haines has had its share of bad luck the last couple of years. I used to live up on Muncaster Road in Highland Estates (we called it “Highland Mistakes”). Believe it or not, I moved to a small town just outside Yellowstone National Park (Gardiner, Montana) which is almost as pretty as Haines!…..Almost. 😉

[@andreaschopbach4190]

Miracle Whip IS NOT Mayo!😂

[@I_Did_That_46]

It ain't a miracle either!💀

[@TheSmallsRVAdventures]

😂 no way

[@theathjr]

That part killed me🤣🤣. Miracle Whip is for psychopaths haha. Im a 70’s kid and we knew not to play at a neighborhood kids house if they had it. Back then you’d get fed if you hung around long enough. Oh how times have changed.

[@Stefan_W69]

Correct it's Nestle trash

[@charleswebb6171]

Tru dat

[@hashtagnellicus]

Look on the bright side... It's cheaper than Disney!

[@WmHorus]

20 years ago I was interviewing to be a Police Officer in Barrow, I was waiting to meet with the Chief again when I got injured and as a result that path was closed to me.

[@Cayres9]

I used to watch you folks years ago , Just got recommended your vids again by youtubes Algorithm and am very happy to see your both still together and looking great the best couple

[@Capecodham]

wtf are vids?

[@bobbysmith5642]

I had a friend who got a temp job welding in Alaska. Stuff was so expensive that he would send me money and I would go shopping for him in Florida. I would meticulously pack his groceries into the largest USPS flat rate priority boxes available. Keep in mind that the largest flat rate boxes at the time were 9.99 to ship anywhere within the United States. It is just insane that he saved like 75% - 80% having groceries shipped from Florida via USPS. The post office even got it to BFE Alaska in the guaranteed three days. He would even send extra money to make it worth my while.

[@bhmichigan8731]

Grew up in South Texas ... left Laredo the night I graduated HS ... I spent 3 years in Northern Alaska ... 1 winter in Barrow ... 13 degree chill factor is actually a warm day.

[@Lilcurious1]

It seems that eating out would be even cheaper and easier than buying and preparing food, along with clean up afterwards.🌟

[@hazeltade3679]

In this part of the world a lot of people’s diets are supplemented by hunting, they can make one seal or beluga last a really long time. That’s why it’s important to not hastily co-sign people that want to ban those kinds of traditional hunting practices.

[@cloud1005]

Those prices are insane !!!

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

It’s like the Highlands and islands in Scotland the transport costs are very high too so prices for food clothing Is more expensive. Still was interesting to see and hear your thoughts 😊

[@Cruickskank]

I love videos like, seeing what life is like in little isolated places!

[@907browervill]

Thank you for sharing your experience here in Utqiagvik Alaska, I'm the one from Mario's Pizza I enjoy watching people's experiences. It's a different view compared to what we live through on the daily basis. Quyanaqpak (Thank you very much) for sharing

[@kelsannicolas927]

I find you guys interesting because of y'alls little quirkiness, which your videos so entertaining. Love you guys!

[@karenmoore7569]

I lived in Kotzebue, Alaska, for about 11 months. Loved it there. We traveled for work. The agency suggested using half of the suitcase space for food. Loved it there. People, restaurants, and laid back life are amazing.

[@emilyserafamanschot800]

I enjoyed the video. I live in Michigan--prices are not too bad. I"m a shopper and a coupon clipper and those prices blew me away! I won't complain any more, but when stuff is on sale, I stock up!

[@Theendlessadventure]

Ya, we'll never complain about "high prices" at the grocery stores in the lower 48 anymore either 😅

[@juanitacarrollyoung2979]

Ooh, that's too funny! KZbin has been pushing Barrow travelogs from random creators this past week. I looked at a few... but seriously yours is a gazillion times better! Just like the food prices 😂

[@adriannurse1502]

Those prices were unreal! Texas is going to look dirt cheap when you get home.

[@Theendlessadventure]

Exactly! We'll definitely be stocking up on seltzers and snacks when we get back 😆

[@keymanwv]

I found your channel during the pandemic when you started renovating Clementine. You two are so much fun and what a great escape your adventures provide for everyone! I’m wishing you so much continued success….let’s get to a million subscribers!! I’ll always be here supporting you wherever your adventures take you!!!

[@StartLivingNow1963]

Wow those Prices are Crazy Great Video Thank You Guy's Take Care and Safe Travels Watching from the East Coast of Canada 🙂💙👍

[@spacecol]

When I was stationed in Alaska some 98 miles from Fairbanks, the prices were very high; but the contractors supporting the Air Force base, were paid very very well to help with the cost of everyday items.

[@bobbydarker1959]

Your background music is fabulous. Those grocery store prices were OUCH, I pay a LOT for groceries in Alameda California, but I kept saying, Holy Ssmokesss. That pizza however looked 10/10!!!!!

[@jeffhampton2767]

Great video. Very educational ❤🇺🇸🙏🏻👍🏻

[@gbb0131]

Miracle Whip 🤮is NOT Mayonaise... haha.

[@MoneySavingVideos]

Do they sell ice?

[@juanitacarrollyoung2979]

Like selling ice to Alaskans? Only if they're really persuasive.

[@johnrogers6291]

Adam the Woo was just in that store a few days ago.

[@trdrav4]

Except his video was too long and boring

[@BrianMechling]

Not to be “That” Alaska guy, but when it is 10 to 13° above zero in the winter a lot of us wear shorts and light jackets or hoodies… Not uncommon to get to -40 to -60. In the deeper parts of the winter. * Cars most of the time aren’t just running while people shop. Most of have long range auto start, and fire up the car from inside 16-20 minutes before leaving so the vehicle is safely warmed up… I hope you enjoyed your visit 🙂

[@gigijray7740]

Love watching you guys!

[@ibingo09]

This was very relaxing to watch. Thanks you two!!!

[@bea_moon]

Wow! Those are some high prices. The fajitas didn't look so hot, but that pizza looked great. Another great video. Brrrrrrr. ❤✌️🥶

[@judytaienao5344]

I'm looking forward to the video ❤

[@LyleFrancisDelp]

00:29. No. Dancing is definitely allowed....when Allison does it.

[@beverlypoirier705]

God Bless you guys ❤🙏 stay safe warm and well!!

[@travelertrome8449]

Really enjoyed this vlog. Actually this whole Alaska series so far! It is interesting to see how life is that far north. I wonder how that expensive store can remain in business, considering the job market not being very wide there. Not surprised that it appeared like you guys were the only shoppers there.

[@user-nifinei34jd9]

Everythings so expensive in US. Worked overseas for 5 yrs and came back early this yr. Everything went up by double. 12pk coke is now $8 used to be $4, Eggs are $4 dozen used to be $1-2, milk is $5 gallon used to be $2-3.

[@susie2251]

I would absolutely install a Japanese toilet with bidet at those toilet paper prices.

[@CMKMarch63]

I’m in NJ, we are the only state that doesn’t have self service to pump gas.

[@alohatvn]

Based on the prices, I wouldn't last too long living there unless the wages are triple the average wages 😊😮.

[@thisdude9363]

Most people up there work big money jobs in oil and gas, and usually don't live there year round either.

[@SearchIndex]

⁠@@thisdude9363yup …none of these type of sticker shock vids ever talk about the realities of the localities regarding various business models, cultures, stipends, and scams that can and do warrant and afford these prices I was a merchant marine out of Seattle that used to work throughout Alaska and the South Pacific…seen it all

[@danbuckley6584]

They make more... and buy Alaskan meat and stuff that can be grown in Alaska. There's no "local" soup or orange juice factories there

[@LyleFrancisDelp]

Yeah....everything is going to be really expensive. Just think of the shipping costs to get it up there. Love the video.

[@einzgeisha]

those prices are wild! I'm in CA...aside from the same gas prices that are in the SF bay area...the food prices are astronomical! It made me think how the locals live and they must be literally cooking from scratch, growing food from hydroponic seeds, storing and stocking all year round! Plus the pay wage in Alaska is much higher since the higher cost of living so maybe it kind of balances out, too.

[@mccproc]

I am sitting here at my home near Clearwater Beach Florida. 80 degrees here today but after watching your video i had to turn off the air conditioning because i was chilled to the bone. Very interesting look at the top of the World. I love your videos and have followed you for a long time. Safe travels! Rob McCann - Belleair Beach Florida

[@mysticalmaiden]

That pizza looks yummy!

[@katherinehalvorson8776]

Organic eggs cost $6.00 & organic milk cost $6.00 here in Minnesota and one can of Campbells soup cost $3,50

[@Northanteus]

Guinness world record for how many times my jaw dropped by watching one video. 😮😲😱

[@Bea_mackinnon]

Long time subscriber 👋 really enjoying this new vibe too your videos xx ❤ 😊 🇬🇧 ✌

[@Theendlessadventure]

Right?! We knew it was a remote town, but we didn't quite think about how that'd translate into the food prices. We definitely didn't do any snacking while we were there 😅

[@jeffhampton2767]

You two are so funny 😂😂😂😂

[@MamaTDawgx3]

That grocery store price is insane 🤯

[@juliehodges1387]

This was a terrific insightful glimpse into life there. Well done guys! Love all your videos but especially your travel episodes. 💕

[@richards1191]

And here I thought -30 in winter in Wisconsin was cold😂

[@hollisthomas8881]

Adam the Woo was in that same grocery store just a few days ago showing the prices!!

[@PlanesTrainsEverything]

Ouch! I'm guessing there are no plans to move to Barrow in the near future?

[@tommaddox6696]

I was there in 1986 compliments of the US Army. I don’t remember having all those eat options back then😂

[@xomo7944]

Wow! So interesting to see!

[@CalvinPetterson]

That Toyota car, never die.

[@gregfridel3261]

Love the way you can make a fun adventure out of Barrow Alaska! Thanks for going 🥶

[@SurvivalistMedia]

That big fur hoop is for walking through driving snow. Close it and the ice chunks stop hurting.

[@kathyhedges5064]

I found when I lived in Utqiagvik it was cheaper to do your own cooking versus buying packaged -- (cheaper to make your own soup, etc} and once my chocolate stash run out it would have to be a bad day to break down to buy some. And soda is EXPENSIVE! Glad that wasn't something I needed to survive. At the airport -- did you hang around enough to see the luggage? Leave with 3 empty totes and return with 3 full totes (within AK you can have 3 bags and they are used to the max when flying to BRW, OTZ, OME. Glad you had fun. Thanks for sharing!

[@sovietsoldierz]

"That's for free y'all" 💃💃💃

[@David-i4m8d]

I hope the endless adventures payed for their followers shopping

[@TheSmallsRVAdventures]

That shop is so expensive. I’m guessing most of the locals don’t shop there. It’s still shocking to see how expensive things are there. Thanks for sharing. I love watching you guys.

[@trublacking8572]

Surprisingly, people in Alaska earn high salaries, which offsets the high prices.

[@AngieMac49]

Next time y'all come up, you need to check out Adak. Talk about a trip and expensive!

[@jjboohoo9641]

Every youtuber on the planet has filmed Barrow Alaska this week along with Santa's House

[@OceanLover1188]

LMAO. I feel sorry for the people that live there!

[@charlottestevens9352]

​@@OceanLover1188 it's good tho brings money to the town

[@Happy_life0000]

Thanks for sharing your experience with us. ❤❤❤❤

[@wij5368]

Now I want to go visit Barrow!!

[@jjmcauliffe5327]

Enjoyed your video and have long been fascinated with Utqiagvik (Barrow) while I have never been there I feel like I have from the dozens of hours of research I have done on it. You touch on it in the video the high cost of food at the grocery store's due to importing everything in, but you also have to remember the average household income in Barrow is $80,000 or more due to the oil/gas production and all it employs.

[@derekdestep40]

I thought Hawaii grocery prices were high Alaska got everyone beat

[@Justarandomnerdygirl]

The thing with the fresh stuff, like meat, vegetables, milk and eggs is it's probably local ( like not in Alaska lol)and the prices have to be lower to get them out faster because they go bad way faster then cans and cereal

[@Otteal]

Adam the Woo posted a youtube video a few days ago of Barrow and the day he was leaving he ate at Osaka, if you'd like to see what it's like. I've never heard of this town before, but two youtubers I follow went within a month of each other!!

[@retiredpopokyle]

Utqiagvik

[@Theendlessadventure]

Oh man! Ya, sounds like we missed him by a week or two. Glad someone got to try out Osaka, at least! 🍣 It's probably better for our wallets that it was closed, but trying sushi at the top of the world would have been a fun experience.

[@eg1885]

They have to fly all that stuff in. Meat and eggs are produced much closer to Alaska than orange juice would be.

[@mrconfusion87]

Not to mention the veggies grown in Alaska are FREAKISHLY YUUUGE! 🤣🤣🤣

[@missycitty9478]

Soup isn't a cheap meal option anywhere anymore. 😢 The pizza WAS a gorgeous looking pizza! 😋

[@jamieparsons6413]

I just moved to Washington state from Nevada... 😳 I think I'll stop complaining about prices after watching this. 🤯

[@michaelhager2846]

Pay is very high also 😊

[@jeffreyferguson83]

Although food prices are Extremely high, I imagine the pay up there is quite well to live in that climate

[@Capecodham]

I lived in Kotzebue pay was 3x lower 48.

[@Mel.H_]

Miracle Whip is NOT mayonnaise 😂😂😂

[@norm4907]

It’s commonly known as mayo. Right or wrong.

[@tinalaplaca6638]

l cannot afford to ever vacation to Alaska....thanks for sharing

[@dominika85]

"You're almost 40, you know what you doing" is something I live by and am mistaken every time... 🤣

[@Nintendoletsplay91]

Thanks for making grocery prices look cheap to me now where I live lol

[@jjb4714]

It’s Utqiagvik, Alaska. not barrow now

[@dboutdoors6180]

1st time watching your videos, thank you absolutely loved it. New subscriber!!

[@jojobunny02]

I moved from Alaska to Florida 6 years ago but I’m currently in AK visiting family and I feel so broke 😂

[@programmer437]

Makes Erewhon look reasonable.

[@memeruss9896]

Back in the early 60's when my cousins lived in Anchorage, they said that just a plain hamburger was over $5 back then, can't imagine what it is now. They thought that was horrible back then, but they were military, so they had the base to buy their things. Then when my husband's brother and his family were stationed in Anchorage in the 70's. They also said that if it wasn't for being able to buy everything on the base, they couldn't have afforded to live there either. Of course, the salaries are some higher there from in the U.S. for regular people, not that it would make a lot of difference.

[@WOOD-BOOGER-lc4fl]

I'm thinking y'all like the cold weather better than hot(no sweating). The 16 inch joke was hilarious 😂❤

[@aaronandchar_]

Love your vlogs! We love visiting grocery stores overseas too

[@mopartina]

I didn't like seeing the black dog tied to a doghouse in those extreme temperatures.....Anyway, you guys are so cool! Be safe!

[@jj-if6it]

I know, poor thing

[@BrianMechling]

While I don’t agree for a domesticated dog to spend ALL its life outside. Most people in AK care very deeply for their dog. In this instance it is unknown how long the owner planned keeping his furry friend outside, but it is well above zero there during this shoot. That is not “extreme” for Alaska at all, at 13 degrees ABOVE zero, is not extreme, and that dogs coat is more than capable of keeping him warm. He is ok… -❤

[@grd1184]

It’s not cold for them. In Canada during nights that go to -30 Celsius and lower my 2 husky’s would love to sleep outside if I let them, they like it but I wouldn’t be able to sleep knowing they were outside like that.

[@Skittl1321]

They said the windchill was 13, so the temperature was probably in the 20s. It's not that cold.

[@DodlDecF]

I didn't either, I felt sorry for the pup

[@leanette999]

As for leaving the engine running when you’re in the store or restaurant, it’s to keep the engine from freezing up. At home, we had to plug our car in overnight to keep the engine from freezing.

[@spearfish60]

Wow those prices were high but yes it's a long way from anywhere. Great looking pizza 🍕

[@rikachiu]

Prices are going to go up even more soon!

[@MyBackyardScience]

Inflation has been so bad, we may be catching up to Barrow before long! 😅😮. Awesome adventure to the top of the world, guys!😊

[@1981pjt]

We have been looking for a new washer and just recently at Menards in Wisconsin we found a brand new top load for $680 it was a little fancier (see-through lid) than the one that is in that store but $700 isn't bad

[@JulieBeyerRDN]

Hi Adventurers!! I did look up that Amazon Prime delivers there. Don’t know if the prices are the same for those pricey non-perishables like soups and pasta? The delivery may be longer than two days, but if the prices are the same as Michigan or Texas…🤷🏻‍♀️

[@tammycruz8189]

Love this Video thanks for sharing this amazing journey n adventure with me. Man prices r high there . Safe Travels Always. Love n Hugs Always From Your Friend In Michigan Tam ❤️ ♥️ 💕 💗 💓 💖 ❤️

[@BuschLatte]

12 pack of mountain dew or any soda is 10 bucks here in minnesota

[@angelique1795]

I'm surprised at the prices and how cheap take out is compared to the grocery store. I like how most of the healthy food is cheaper than the unhealthy food.