13 Items Retirees Should Buy at Dollar Tree Before Winter Ends

You may be surprised by the winter essentials available at Dollar Tree. From gallons of water to Vitamin C supplements, retirees on tight budgets can pick up affordable finds at their nearest storefront or shop online in bulk to save even more money.

To help you stick to the shopping list, GOBankingRates rounded up 13 winter must-haves for retirees with prices starting as low as $1.25 apiece. Check out our recommendations and don’t forget to explore Dollar Tree’s $5 items, which are worth every penny.

• Price: $1.50

Cozy up in a pair of Snugadoo socks. These thick, soft socks are sized to fit most adult feet and are cheap enough to buy several pairs in an assortment of colors.

• Price: $1.25

Dollar Tree shoppers are big fans of Biopure’s antibacterial hand wipes. These honey wildflower scented wipes come in a generous 40-count pack and are small enough to keep in handbags or glove compartments as you travel. 

Positive reviews praise the wipes for smelling great and not drying out quickly. Some shoppers even recommend buying a case online (a 45-count set costs $45) so you never run out.

• Price: $1.25

Get in your daily dose of Vitamin C without overspending. The People’s Choice brand is among one of the cheapest brands in vitamins and supplements and comes with 30 vitamins in every bottle.

• Price: $1.25

Quickly relieve pain and reduce fevers using ValuHealth non-drowsy cold caplets. 

These 12-count caplets are a steal for the price compared to name brands and have been called “my go-to cold medicine” by Dollar Tree shoppers.

• Price: $1.25

Relieve dry, itchy skin using Dermasil eczema relief moisturizing lotion. The lotion’s formula includes chamomile flowers to soothe irritated skin and colloidal oatmeal as a protective barrier to lock in moisture. 

• Price: $1.25

Display everything from plants to decorative accents on a beaded tray. Each tray comes in round and oval shapes with an incredibly high-end appearance for the price.

• Price: $1.25

Check in with your nearest Dollar Tree to see if they have Premier Just Chenille light pink yarn in stock. 

This yarn can only be purchased in-store and comes with up to 65 yards of soft yarn. Perfect for knitting any Valentine’s Day-themed winter scarves or hats!

• Price: $1.25

Sketch the winter wonderland all around you using Crown Jewlz drawing paper. Each 30-sheet pad is heavyweight enough to withstand pencils, charcoal and ink for your creative illustrations.

• Price: $1.75

Games like UNO GO are essential indoor fun on snow days. Grab a deck at your nearest Dollar Tree to enjoy hours of play with friends and family.

• Price: $6

Wrap yourself up in a plush throw blanket. These competitively priced blankets come in an assortment of colors and are affordable enough to shop for yourself and other fellow retired friends.

• Price: $1.25

Consider investing in a 48-count bulk set of StarKist chunk light tuna in water online at Dollar Tree. 

The total comes out to $60 and ensures your cabinets are well-stocked throughout winter and spring with plenty of tuna for sandwiches, salads and casseroles.

• Price: $1.25

Whether you’re baking on your own or with the grandkids, a packet of Martha White wild berry muffin mix is an inexpensive way to enjoy a winter weekend. 

You can also find more Martha White muffin mixes at your local Dollar Tree, including blueberry, apple cider and banana nut flavors.

• Price: $1.25

Stay hydrated with Crystal Geyser water. These one-gallon water jugs are worth stocking up on ahead of any inclement winter weather in the upcoming forecast.

Editor’s note: Prices and availability are accurate as of December 29, 2025, and are subject to change.