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According to two new polls about Halloween, this holiday is not cheap, especially if you have children.

Pumpkins on the Plaza
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The poll found that the average person will shell out $289, and when you break it down, the numbers get more astounding. The breakdown goes like this:

1.  $58 on costumes

2.  $57 on decorations

3.  $51 on party supplies

4.  $51 on tickets for things like haunted houses

5.  $50 on candy for trick-or-treaters

6.  $23 on other stuff

If you’re single, the poll says Halloween will cost you $193, but if you have kids, it’s a whopping $445!