The chart provides an overview of U.S. household food waste by region from 2015 to 2025, revealing significant differences across the nation. The South region leads in food waste, with an estimated total of $45 billion over the decade. The West and Northeast follow, with waste totaling approximately $42 billion and $38 billion respectively. The data shows that the Southeast and Midwest regions have the lowest food waste among the top five, with $35 billion and $32 billion respectively. This trend highlights a clear disparity in food disposal and consumption habits across different U.S. regions.
