Cantaloupe melons

What is Cantaloupe melons?

Cantaloupe — netted-skin orange-fleshed muskmelon, sold by the each or by the case/count (e.g., 9s, 12s, 15s by size).

Cubed for brunch fruit platters and continental breakfasts, wrapped in prosciutto as an Italian antipasto, blended into agua fresca and juices, diced into summer salads.

Cantaloupe melons wholesale price in NYC

As of August 31, 2026, the wholesale quote for cantaloupe melons in the NYC market is about $27.95. Over the past 12 months it's ranged from $19.95 to $68.95, with a typical week landing around $27.95.

Today's about on par with the yearly norm, which makes cantaloupe melons an easy line to budget.

Why the number moves

NYC produce runs through the high-volume houses that feed Hunts Point and the wider metro — California, Florida, Mexico, and Northeast farms when they're in season. That's why a case rate on cantaloupe melons can shift week to week.

Across the year the trend has been up. Buying what's in season is still the most reliable way to keep produce cost in check.

Seasonality in the Northeast

Northeast peak is summer (July–September); domestic local melons hit the markets midsummer, with imports filling the rest of the year.

Per case or per pound?

Produce is sold by the case, with a per-pound rate shown where it helps you compare. Order on the unit that matches your prep so you're not throwing money out on shrink — perishables don't wait.

Pick by aroma and a slightly springy blossom end — a sweet smell means ripe; buy by count size to match portioning, and ripen at room temp then refrigerate.