How much should I be spending on groceries per month?

Table of Contents:

1. How much should I be spending on groceries per month?
2. How much should I save each month?
3. How can I spend 500 a month on groceries?
4. How can I feed my family cheaply?
5. What should I make my family for dinner?

How much should I be spending on groceries per month?

What is the average cost of groceries per month? The average cost of groceries for U.S. households is $4,643, based on 2019 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This works out to about $387 per month.

How much should I save each month?

That said, the rule of thumb is to save 15% - 20% of your income. Most of this (half to three-quarters) should be set aside for retirement accounts like an ISA or pension. And the remaining savings should go towards building an emergency fund, paying off debt and other financial goals.

How can I spend 500 a month on groceries?

How I Spend Less Than $500 Per Month On Groceries For Three Adults

1. I adhere to a three-day meal plan.
2. Reuse ingredients for different meals.
3. Shop the sales whenever possible.
4. Buy your staples in bulk.
5. Start cooking in larger quantities.
6. Budget grocery stores are your friend.

How can I feed my family cheaply?

7 Proven Steps to Feed a Family on a Tight Budget

1. Learn to cook from scratch. ...
2. Go for wholesome, high nutrient ingredients. ...
3. Shop by special sales not by a meal plan. ...
4. Eat some and leave some. ...
5. No chips, crackers, and soft drinks. ...
6. Minimize snacks. ...
7. Grow your own food.

What should I make my family for dinner?

22 Family Friendly Dinner Ideas

• Baked Penne.
• Beef Enchilada Casserole.
• Cowboy Spaghetti.
• Cheesy Sour Cream Chicken.
• Hula Joes.
• Gnocchi with Meat Sauce.
• Crispy Fish Sticks.
• Chicken Tortilla Stack.