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At Trader Joe's, we quickly gather the prices of four staple grocery items: milk, eggs, water, and bread. The prices are surprisingly low for New York City standards. Bananas are priced at a mere 29 cents, a classic standard that seems impervious to inflation. A gallon of whole milk comes in at $3.99 and the store's popular mini Brioche bites are priced at $4.99. Whole wheat bread costs $2.49, and a dozen cage-free eggs rings in at $2.99. Overall, it’s hard to imagine finding cheaper grocery options in the city, leaving us feeling satisfied with our budget start.