I’m curious about what you all budget for groceries per person each month in the US. I’ve had to be really frugal, and I think I might be an outlier. My grocery budget is around $200 a month now, but it was about $140 before grocery prices went up. I live in a major city in the Midwest. If you’re willing to share, let us know where you’re located and how many people are in your household. Also, I mostly buy whole ingredients, and I eat vegan/vegetarian, so this budget doesn’t include dining out. Thanks!
I budget about $250 per month for groceries here in Seattle for myself. I also cook mostly from scratch, but I include some organic stuff, which can get pricey!
Morgan said:
I budget about $250 per month for groceries here in Seattle for myself. I also cook mostly from scratch, but I include some organic stuff, which can get pricey!
I can see how organic food can add up! Do you find it easy to stick to that budget?
Morgan said:
I budget about $250 per month for groceries here in Seattle for myself. I also cook mostly from scratch, but I include some organic stuff, which can get pricey!
Most of the time, yeah! I just plan my meals for the week and stick to my shopping list.
I’m in Atlanta, and my grocery budget is about $180 a month for myself. I mostly buy whole foods too, and I try to meal prep to save money.
Ash said:
I’m in Atlanta, and my grocery budget is about $180 a month for myself. I mostly buy whole foods too, and I try to meal prep to save money.
Meal prepping is such a good idea! Do you have any tips for getting started?
Ash said:
I’m in Atlanta, and my grocery budget is about $180 a month for myself. I mostly buy whole foods too, and I try to meal prep to save money.
Definitely! Start with simple recipes and cook in batches. It helps a lot!
My budget is around $300 in New York City. It’s tough! I try to stick to sales and buy in bulk when I can.
Kai said:
My budget is around $300 in New York City. It’s tough! I try to stick to sales and buy in bulk when I can.
That sounds challenging! How do you find deals in such a big city?
Kai said:
My budget is around $300 in New York City. It’s tough! I try to stick to sales and buy in bulk when I can.
I use apps and check local flyers. It takes some time but it helps!
I’m in Chicago, and I spend about $220 a month. I also eat mostly vegan, and I try to avoid processed foods.
Galen said:
I’m in Chicago, and I spend about $220 a month. I also eat mostly vegan, and I try to avoid processed foods.
Nice! Do you find that eating vegan helps keep your costs down?
Galen said:
I’m in Chicago, and I spend about $220 a month. I also eat mostly vegan, and I try to avoid processed foods.
For sure! Beans and rice are super cheap, and I buy seasonal veggies.
I budget $150 in Austin for myself. I mostly cook from scratch too. It’s definitely a challenge with rising prices.
Piper said:
I budget $150 in Austin for myself. I mostly cook from scratch too. It’s definitely a challenge with rising prices.
That’s impressive! Any tips for keeping the budget low?
Piper said:
I budget $150 in Austin for myself. I mostly cook from scratch too. It’s definitely a challenge with rising prices.
I focus on sales and try to eat what’s in season. It really helps!