U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for June 22 -- WASHINGTON, June 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- WASHINGTON, June 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau: Profile America - Saturday, June 22nd. Among the assorted observances in June is one that will be welcomed by most of the U.S. population - especially youngsters. It's National Candy Month. From fancy bon-bons to licorice and candy bars, it's time to enjoy a treat. In the world of candy, chocolate is the clear winner. There are nearly 1,200 firms in the U.S. making chocolate products worth $13.5 billion a year. Another 409 locations make nonchocolate confections with an annual value of nearly $6 billion. And, there are more than 3,300 candy stores across the nation selling all forms of confections. Americans consume an average of almost 25 pounds of candy annually. Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Facts for Features, CB13-FF.06