Candy corn remains Utah’s number one Halloween candy according to 2026 rankings from CandyStore.com, despite the treat being named the worst Halloween candy nationally. The findings, released following a vote from 3,200 customers, show that Utah shoppers continue to favor the traditional fall candy over other options.
In Utah, candy corn is followed by Tootsie Pops and M&M’s as the most popular choices. This contrasts with national trends where M&M’s remains the top Halloween candy, while Sour Patch Kids ties for the most state-level victories. The annual state-by-state rankings reveal that candy preferences vary considerably across the country, with twelve states reporting a new favorite candy this year.
The national rankings also highlight shifts in popularity for newer candy varieties. NERDS Gummy Clusters made an impressive debut on the best-candy list, landing at number three, and entered the national top 10 for the first time at number five. Meanwhile, Snickers earned the title of best Halloween candy based on the customer survey.
The data reveals a distinction between consumer purchases and personal enjoyment. While candy corn topped the list of the worst Halloween candies for 2026, it remains a top purchase in Utah. Other candies appearing on the worst-candy list for the first time include Almond Joy.
The rankings are based on 18 years of actual candy sales to provide insight into which treats shoppers purchase most during the Halloween season. For those looking for a closer look at specific state rankings, CandyStore.com provides a 2026 Halloween candy map.
