Grocery Cost per Person Calculator
Split your grocery receipt by the number of people in your household.
See the cost per person and daily food cost.
Grocery Cost Breakdown
Grocery cost per person divides your total grocery bill evenly among household members.
Cost per Person = Total Receipt / Number of People
Daily Food Cost = Cost per Person / Days of Groceries
Average US grocery spending (2025):
- Single person: $250–350/month
- Couple: $450–650/month
- Family of 4: $700–1,100/month
USDA food plan levels (per person/month):
- Thrifty: $200–250
- Low-cost: $260–320
- Moderate: $320–400
- Liberal: $400–500
Tips to lower grocery costs:
- Plan meals and shop with a list
- Buy store brands over name brands
- Shop seasonal produce
- Use unit price to compare values
- Batch cook and freeze meals