Wisconsin has a new favorite candy: Starburst

By: Justin Thompson-Gee Facebook | X

Posted: Oct 5, 2017 10:32 AM CST

WISCONSIN (CBS 58) -- Wisconsin's favorite Halloween candy is Starbust according ten years of sales data. The list was put together by website candystore.com.

Over the past ten years, Wisconsin bought 116,788 pounds of Starburst. The second favorite candy was Butterfinger with Wisconsinites buying 115,982 pounds and Jolly Ranchers were the third favorite with 42,998 pounds bought in the past ten years.

Last year Butterfinger had the top spot and Starburst was second. Jolly Ranchers stole the number three spot away from Lemonheads.

Here's what the website had to say about Wisconsin's candy choices:

"Wisconsin’s most popular Halloween candy has changed this year. The top 2 candies switched places, as Starbursts edged out Butterfinger for the top candy in this years study. Also Jolly Ranchers stole the #3 spot away from Lemonheads. Those badgers had a big change this year with all 3 spots changing hands. Get some Starbursts if you’re stocking up."

You can see the full interactive map with a state-by-state breakdown below. Reese's and Candy Corn were some of the favorites.

Source: CandyStore.com.

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