Everyone has their own preference for how they like their eggs, and it seems that across the USA, regional differences can be found in how different states prefer their eggs! The USA represents a considerable demand and supply for eggs, with a large consumer basis with a marked appetite for eggs as well as a healthy production market.

A recent informal research project surmised the most popular egg preparation method for each state, relying on Google search data to compile an extensive list of the egg preparation methods that each state searches for the most.

It’s no wonder that people are fond of eating eggs; eggs are prop full of healthy nutrients, vitamins and minerals. They are very useful as part of a healthy and balanced diet and serve as a good source of protein. Eating eggs regularly has been linked to health benefits including assisting with weight loss, supporting brain health and as a source of quality proteins!

Across the world, there is a large discrepancy in the number of eggs people consume every year. According to recent reports, the average American ate around 286 eggs in 2020, down from 293.6 in 2019 and 287.5 in 2018. This is more than the United Kingdom, where people ate, on average, an estimated 197 eggs in 2019 and 198 in 2018. In contrast, the consumption in Mexico was higher, at 368 eggs for 2018, and lower for South Africa, with an estimated 130 eggs per person per annum for 2018. The average global consumption was estimated at 161 eggs per year for 2018.

So, how do states across America like to prepare their eggs?

How do American’s enjoy their eggs:

• Scrambled eggs are the most popular way to enjoy eggs across the USA, with 18 US states preferring scrambled eggs over other ways of preparation.
• The second most popular is sunny side up, with 14 states showing a preference for this method.
• Few states seem to prefer hard-boiled eggs, with only the District of Columbia searching for hard-boiled egg recipes more than other recipes.
• Poached eggs also saw few of the states showing a preference for this method, with only Delaware, Massachusetts, Montana, North Dakota, Oregon, Vermont and Wyoming leaning towards poached eggs.

How Each US State Prefers Their Eggs