Halloween Figures to be More Treat Than Trick for Merchants

* The average person will spend $23.33 on Halloween costumes;

* Young adults ages 18-24 plan to spend the most — $34.06 on costumes and $19.65 on candy;

* Average spending among all respondents is expected to rise in all categories, including candy ($19.84), decorations ($17.73) and greeting cards ($3.92); and