Poll: How much do you spend a week on groceries?

AMYfromKY · August 2009

I recently cut us back to $60 a week and it is so hard to stick to such a tight budget. We used to spend $100, but really that is a little outrageous for 2 people IMO.

babygroves · August 2009

Waaayyyyyy too much! Stick out tongue

How did you cut back....any tips!?!

BetsyDavis · August 2009

We spend about 60 to 80 lately we've been to lazy so we've been ordering out which has saved money because I don't eat much.?

jen-and-ryon · August 2009

$60-$70

baby926 · August 2009

For me, DH and step-son we budget $175 for 2 weeks.

afg · August 2009

Probably $60-80

It varies to be honest. Some weeks we stock up on meat and different things for the freezer, or if something is on sale so that week would be higher, but then the next few weeks is lower so it balances out.

Bigdoglvr · August 2009

$100-$130

Mama Angelina · August 2009

We spend about $140-150 every two weeks, so I guess about $75 per week on average. I plan to start cutting coupons when LO comes and $$ is tighter, but the places where we normally shop don't usually take general mdse coupons.

water-fairy · August 2009

babygroves:
Waaayyyyyy too much!

This.

Mabzie · August 2009

i WISH we could live off of 60 bucks a week. omg, our grocery stores here are expensive. def any tips would be great!

besszilla · August 2009

probably only $50. we eat out way to much, especially in the summer.

angie05161 · August 2009

We don't buy groceries every week, prob more like every 2-3 weeks. When we do go it's usally $100-120. So $40-60/week, I guess.

coliecarryon · August 2009

DH and I spend 100 a week...

Dncr251 · August 2009

$100 in the budget for "food", but that includes eating out and hygenial products, etc.

nsees · August 2009

Between $100-150 but we hardly ever eat out and buy a lot of organic food. I wish I could cut it down but for the 3 of us, thats the best I've been able to do!!!

mrsmel · August 2009

depends on what we need, but usually $60-100. we have expensive taste and we know it.

heidismith · August 2009

I hate going grocery shopping so I try to only go once a month (I do go get milk about once a week though), but we usually spend $450 or so. It is only DH and I, but it seems like we always have people over eating.

JCM083009 · August 2009

It's hard to say...we probably do a big Whole Foods grocery shopping every 10-14 days at about $250 and then supplement with stops there for fresh things or a quick run to Kroger spending around $40-50 per week. We do buy mostly organic foods though.

ENev · August 2009

Oh my gosh, we'd be so proud of ourselves if we could stick to $100/week. It's just not possible - we're proud of ourselves that we've gotten it down to about $125/week on average. We used to spend $150+/week.

We're saving a bit now since we don't buy wine/beer like we used to, but we eat all fresh fruits/veggies and lean meats, plus we buy things like toilet paper and paper towels at the grocery store. And we both take our lunch to work every day (10 lunches per week), so that really ups the grocery bill.

MrsSandro · August 2009

We try to stick to $100 dollars a week but we only buy organic groceries.

chiromommyMichelle · August 2009

In the summer when my teens are home all day we spend between 90 and 120. During the school year it's usually more like 80-100.

married4love · August 2009

$100 give or take $20 depending on the week. That's for me, DH and DS.

ladysingstheblues · August 2009

Usually $90...just for us two!! I budget $75, but I'm always over.

AutumnBride929 · August 2009

Way way way way way too much, LOL! I can't fathom ever being able to stick to a strict grocery budget. We've tried everything under the sun and have basically said "F it", lol. We're trying something new this month (yet another attempt) so we'll see how this one goes, haha.

AMYfromKY · August 2009

babygroves:
Waaayyyyyy too much!

How did you cut back....any tips!?!

We've found that buying fresh foods actually save us money. We basically don't buy any of the "pre-packaged" foods. We do buy frozen pizzas though. Basically, try to stay on the outer perimeter of the store. Obviously you will have to go down the aisles for seasonings, sauces, etc.

We also buy a Sunday paper every week. It's $1.75 and we usually get about $20 worth of coupons from it. Also, find a store that doubles coupons.

And the best way to save money. Make a list and stick to it. We spend a lot less when we make a list instead of just going to the store.

Jenny3 · August 2009

It probably averages about $150 a week. We're a family of 4

ooKATEoo · August 2009

I would say between 80 and 120, depending on the week...

jwpbride · August 2009

jen-and-ryon:

$60-$70

Same- we use a bunch of coupons and buy things on sale. We also do a TON of "one-pan" meals, so that's cheaper.

carimeli · August 2009

our budget is $75 a week for groceries, cleaning, and cat items. We're often under budget, but we also bought 1/4 side of beef in the spring, so that isn't in our week-to-week expense. We usually eat something with the beef 1-2 times per week.

heatherlane · August 2009

When we started using coupons, and shopping the "circulars" to get deals on meat, buy in bulk and use our freezer, we cut our bill from about $500 per month to closer to $250-300. So, $60-75. This still allows for the occasional indulgence like sundried tomatoes, fancy mushrooms, good olive oil, etc. Also, shopping a farm stand or the farmer's market for more of our produce has made a huge difference. We hardly buy any grocery store produce anymore.

purple_posies · August 2009

Check the Money Matters board ... they're my new best friends. Wink

tanya8 · August 2009

depends...some weeks we can get by with 75 a week and others we spend 100.

MizMac · August 2009

We spend $100-$130 a week for the two of us and our two cats. We get a local organic CSA box of fruit and veggies every week, and all other shopping is done at Whole Foods.

In the US we spend a far smaller percentage of our income on food than in most other wealthy Western countries. And people still call us fat!

water-fairy · August 2009

Can I say that it also depends on where you live and how expensive it is in the area?

AMYfromKY · August 2009

water-fairy:
Can I say that it also depends on where you live and how expensive it is in the area?

Very good point. I am sure if we bought the same exact foods yours would be more expensive. KY isn't the most expensive place to live. haha.

mamaiorory · August 2009

We spend $50 a week on groceries.

mash1982 · August 2009

now I feel bad-we spend at least 150 a week

and I don't cook dinner every day, and don't bring lunch food from home to work

linzras · August 2009

About $100. That's for a family of 4!

TarheelsInNJ · August 2009

It varies, but our usual weekly bill is probably around $75, and sometimes we'll buy additional things throughout the week. But if we're spending more on groceries, that's because we're cooking at home and thus not eating out... so it balances!

TarheelsInNJ · August 2009

MizMac:

We spend $100-$130 a week for the two of us and our two cats. We get a local organic CSA box of fruit and veggies every week, and all other shopping is done at Whole Foods.

In the US we spend a far smaller percentage of our income on food than in most other wealthy Western countries. And people still call us fat!

That's because in the US we also have plentiful options for cheap food that's really bad for us! Like $1 meals at fast food restaurants Stick out tongue

Evelynsmom · August 2009

Between 50 and 75 a week, depending on if I eat before I go shopping.

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