Grocery & Drug Store Discounts

Saving Money with Senior Discounts at Grocery Stores and Drug Stores

Grocery shopping and pharmacy expenses can be a significant portion of a senior's budget. To help alleviate this financial burden, many grocery stores and drug stores offer senior discounts. These discounts can range from 5% to 10% off purchases and are usually available on specific days of the week or month. Here is a high-level overview of the senior discounts available from some of the largest companies in this category.

Companies like Albertsons, Bashas’, Brookshire’s Food & Pharmacy, DeCicco Family Markets, Harris Teeter, Hy-Vee, Hannaford, Discount Drug Mart, Bi-Lo, and Fred Meyer are among those that offer senior discounts. These discounts are designed to benefit seniors on fixed incomes and to foster loyalty among older customers.

Following is a detailed look at each of these companies and their senior discount policies:

Albertsons (55+)

Albertsons offers 10% off on the first Wednesday of each month at select stores throughout the country. The age requirement and discount percentage vary, so customers are encouraged to contact their local store to confirm the details. Albertsons Website

American Discount Stores (50+)

10% off every Monday
American Discount Stores

Bashas’ (55+)

Bashas’ provides a 10% discount on the first Wednesday of every month for customers 55 and older. This discount is applicable when using the Thank You rewards card and excludes items like prescriptions, alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, and gift cards.
Bashas’ Website

Bi-Lo (60+)

Bi-Lo provides a 5% discount every Wednesday for customers 60 and older.
Bi-Lo Website

Brookshire’s Food & Pharmacy (60+)

Brookshire’s offers a 5% discount every Tuesday and Thursday for customers 60 and older when they use their Brookshire’s Thank You Card. The discount does not apply to items such as milk, dairy products, fuel, tobacco, and prescription drugs. Brookshire’s Website

Compare Foods Supermarket (60+)

10% off every Wednesday
Compare Foods Supermarket

DeCicco Family Markets (62+)

DeCicco Family Markets offer a 5% discount on regular-priced items every Wednesday, but the percentage and day can vary by store. Seniors must have a DeCicco Preferred Card to receive the discount.
DeCicco Family Markets Website

Discount Drug Mart (60+)

Discount Drug Mart offers a 10% discount on groceries and a 20% discount on their brand health and beauty items for seniors aged 60 and older on the first Wednesday of each month.
Discount Drug Mart Website

Fred Meyer (55+)

Fred Meyer offers a 10% discount for select items on the first Tuesday of each month for seniors aged 55 and older.
Fred Meyer Website

Fry's Supermarket (55+)

10% off on the first Wednesday of every month
Fry's Supermarket

Great Valu Food Store (60+)

5% off every Tuesday
Great Valu Food Store

Gristedes Supermarket (60+)

10% off every Tuesday
Gristedes Supermarket

Hannaford (62+)

Hannaford provides a 5% discount every Tuesday for customers 62 and older. However, not every store participates, so it’s important to contact the local store to confirm.
Hannaford Website

Harris Teeter (60+)

Harris Teeter provides a 5% discount every Thursday for customers 60 and older. This discount applies to most items, excluding fuel, gift cards, pharmacy purchases, and tickets.
Harris Teeter Website

Hy-Vee (55+)

Hy-Vee offers a 5% discount every Wednesday for seniors aged 55 and older. Some restrictions may apply, so it’s best to check with the local store for details.
Hy-Vee Website

Kroger (55+)

5% off every Wednesday, can vary by location.
Kroger

Morton Williams Supermarket (60+)

5% off every Tuesday
Morton Williams Supermarket

The Plant Shed (50+)

10% off every Tuesday
The Plant Shed

Piggly Wiggly (60+)

5% off every Wednesday, varies by location
Piggly Wiggly

Publix (55+)

15% off every Wednesday, varies by location
Publix

Rite Aid (65+)

Wellness65+ program offers 20% off on wellness Wednesdays
Rite Aid

Rogers Market (60+)

5% off every Thursday
Rogers Market

Sam's Club (55+)

Seniors age 55+ can get 60% off a Sam's Club membership making their fee just $20 per year.
Sam's Club Senior Discount

Uncle Guiseppe's Marketplace (62+)

15% off
Uncle Guiseppe’s Marketplace

Walgreens (55+)

myWalgreens members receive 20% off eligible items in-store on the first Tuesday of every month.
Walgreens