Food Waste Calculator
Calculate your household's annual food waste in pounds or kilograms, plus the estimated cost.
Reduce waste and save money.
Annual Food Waste
Food waste is a significant household expense and environmental concern.
Imperial:
Annual Waste (lbs) = Household Size × Waste per Person per Week (lbs) × 52
Metric:
Annual Waste (kg) = Household Size × Waste per Person per Week (kg) × 52
Estimated Annual Cost = Annual Waste (lbs) × $1.50 per lb (or × $3.30 per kg)
Average food waste statistics:
- US average: ~4.4 lbs (2 kg) per person per week
- UK average: ~3.5 lbs (1.6 kg) per person per week
- About 30–40% of food purchased is wasted in the average household
Top ways to reduce food waste:
- Plan meals before shopping
- Use FIFO (First In, First Out) in your fridge
- Freeze items before they spoil
- Compost unavoidable scraps
- Store food properly to extend freshness