"The USDA provides regularly-updated estimates of what an individual's monthly food budget should be, with 'thrifty,' low-, moderate-, and high-cost levels divided by genders and ages."
"According to a recent report from MoneyLion, Americans spend roughly $370 per month per person on groceries - a figure which lands pretty middle-of-the-pack per the USDA's data."
Grocery prices have risen and remain high, prompting budget-conscious shoppers to seek savings. The USDA provides monthly food budget estimates, ranging from $249-$313 for thrifty adults to $422-$479 for liberal spenders. Factors such as appetite, dietary needs, and location affect grocery costs. A ConsumerAffairs analysis indicates grocery inflation varies by state, with California's cost of living 42% higher than the national average, while Ohio's is 5% lower. On average, Americans spend about $370 per month on groceries, reflecting a middle ground in budgeting.
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