Candy disappears fast? Most Americans finish their stash before Halloween

Candy disappears faster than a ghost on Halloween night — and Americans admit they can’t stop sneaking from their stash.

A survey of 2,000 adults found that the average American eats through their Halloween candy stash twice before trick-or-treaters even arrive. One in four confessed they’ve had to restock three times or more (26%).

The survey delved into just how much effort — and temptation — goes into preparing for the holiday.

Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of CVS Pharmacy, results showed that about a third of respondents identify as early planners who stock up and decorate by Oct. 1, while nearly as many admit to being last-minute shoppers. Half of those who decorate insist that they have the best-looking house on the block (51%).