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Grocery Budget Calculator

USDA food plans put a moderate-cost diet at roughly 300 dollars per person per month for adults, with children costing less. Cooking at home instead of eating out is usually the largest single lever on a food budget.

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How it works

Adults in the household Children in the household Spending level Diet Meals eaten out per week Cost per meal out Coffee and snacks per week Adult food cost Child food cost Groceries per month Eating out per month Total food spending per month Cost per person Saving if meals out were cooked at home

Frequently asked questions

How do I use the Grocery Budget Calculator?

Fill in the fields above โ€” the result recalculates instantly as you type. Everything runs in your browser, so the values you enter are never collected or stored.

Is this calculator free?

Yes. It is completely free, requires no account, and works on phones, tablets and desktops.

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