Grocery-Spending vs. Meal Count

Calculate cost-per-meal and find your eat-out vs cook-in break-even point

Weekly Spending

Grocery budget

Meals Cooked

Home-prepared meals

Cost Per Meal

Home cooking cost

Your Meal Economics

Total weekly grocery budget
Home-prepared meals per week
Typical cost when eating out

Common Meal Patterns

Single Person

$100/week, 10 meals

Couple

$150/week, 14 meals

Small Family

$200/week, 18 meals

Large Family

$300/week, 21 meals

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Home Meal Cost
Per Meal
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Restaurant Cost
Per Meal
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Savings Per Meal
Home vs Restaurant
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Break-Even Point
Restaurant Budget

Cost Comparison

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Home Cooking
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Eating Out

Savings Breakdown

Weekly Savings

Money saved by cooking at home:

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Based on your current meal pattern

Monthly & Yearly Impact

Long-term savings from home cooking:

  • Monthly savings: $0
  • Yearly savings: $0
  • 5-year savings: $0

Smart Tips

Maximize your food budget:

  • Meal prep on weekends
  • Buy ingredients in bulk
  • Use seasonal produce
  • Cook larger portions for leftovers
  • Compare unit prices when shopping