AAA: 72.2 Million Americans Will Travel Throughout July 4 Week

The week of June 27 by means of July 5 is anticipated to see 72.2 million Americans touring not less than 50 miles from house for the Fourth of July, in response to a projection from AAA. That is greater than final yr’s 71.8 million, AAA mentioned.

The projection consists of 61.4 million touring by automotive, or 85%, in comparison with 61.3 million final yr. AAA identified that these highway journeys are occurring regardless of elevated fuel costs, though costs are nonetheless decrease than the nationwide common of $4.80 on Independence Day in 2022.

“For many Americans, traveling the week of July 4th is tradition,” mentioned Stacey Barber, vice chairman of AAA Travel. “The nine-day travel forecast includes travelers who are vacationing all week and people just getting away for the long holiday weekend. While the overall number of Independence Day travelers appears to be plateauing, we’re still expecting record volumes this year.”

As for what customers might want to rejoice the Fourth of July, Circana data shows American premium beer topped its Independence Day-related subcategory with greater than $257 million in gross sales for the week ending July 6, 2025. Premixed cocktails additionally grew greater than 40% throughout Independence Day final yr.

Hot canine and hamburger bun gross sales generated $62 million, making it the third-biggest class behind lagers and tender drinks, Circana mentioned.

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