Grocery Prices, Decoded

We compare, calculate, and break down real grocery costs so you can shop smarter.

See Cost Comparisons

Smart Shopping

smart post preloader
Before You Pack a School Lunch to Save Money, Check Whether You Are Paying for One

School Lunch Costs: Are You Paying More Than You Think?

american kitchen
A Week of Dinners for $32: Six Recipes, One Shopping Trip, Costed Line by Line

A Week of Dinners for $32: Six Recipes, One Shopping Trip, Costed Line by Line

american kitchen
How to Stock a Pantry on a Budget: 15 Essential Staples Under $50

How to Stock a Pantry on a Budget: 15 Essential Staples Under $50

american kitchen
Which Fruits Should Not Be Stored Together: The Gas That Ruins Your Produce Drawer

Which Fruits Should Not Be Stored Together: The Gas That Ruins Your Produce Drawer

american kitchen
The Sell By Date Was Never Meant for You. California Just Banned It.

The “Sell By” Date Was Never Meant for You. California Just Banned It.

american kitchen
Buying in Bulk: Real Savings or a False Bargain?

Buying in Bulk: Real Savings or a False Bargain?

american kitchen
Three Shoppers, One Store, One Minute, Three Different Prices for the Same Cereal

Why Cereal Prices Can Differ at the Same Store

american kitchen
Do Grocery Rewards Apps and Loyalty Cards Actually Save You Money?

Do Grocery Rewards Apps and Loyalty Cards Actually Save You Money?

american kitchen
Your Grocery Bill Isn't the Problem

Your Grocery Bill Isn’t the Problem. Your Fridge Is.

american kitchen

Grocery Prices

smart post preloader
A grocery receipt and calculator on a kitchen counter, used to track a weekly food budget

Is $200 a Week Enough for Groceries?

September 6, 2026
why milk prices are rising

Why Milk Prices Are Rising Faster Than Any Other Staple Right Now

August 30, 2026
Farmers Get 11.8 Cents of Your Food Dollar. Or 18.5. Or 5.8. All Three Numbers Are Correct.

Farmers Get 11.8 Cents of Your Food Dollar. Or 18.5. Or 5.8. All Three Numbers Are Correct.

August 29, 2026
I Ranked Eight Grocery Staples by Cost Per 1,000 Calories. The Cheapest Costs 33 Cents.

8 Grocery Staples Ranked by Cost Per 1,000 Calories

August 20, 2026
Shrinkflation Is Real. It Is Also Not Why Your Grocery Bill Doubled

Shrinkflation Is Real. It Is Also Not Why Your Grocery Bill Doubled

August 16, 2026

Smart Grocery Guides & Price Comparisons

Real grocery price breakdowns, cost comparisons, and money-saving tips to help you shop smarter every week.

Read the Latest Guides

Cost Comparisons

smart post preloader
America’s #1 Donut Brand, By the Numbers

America’s #1 Donut Brand, By the Numbers

american kitchen
September 16, 2026
Walmart vs Costco: Cheapest Ground Beef, By the Numbers

Walmart vs Costco: Cheapest Ground Beef, By the Numbers

american kitchen
September 13, 2026
Food Protein Count: The Cheap Foods

Food Protein Count: The Cheap Foods That Actually Deliver

american kitchen
September 11, 2026
Costco vs Sam's Club: The $20 Membership Myth

Costco vs Sam’s Club: The Membership Rules People Get Wrong

american kitchen
September 3, 2026
How Much Should Groceries Actually Cost

How Much Should Groceries Actually Cost?

american kitchen
September 2, 2026
rotisserie chicken vs raw chicken cost

Rotisserie Chicken vs Raw Chicken: The Real Cost Per Pound

american kitchen
August 31, 2026
Subway Bread

Subway Bread: What It Actually Costs to Make at Home

american kitchen
August 30, 2026
The Cheapest Grocery Store in America

The Cheapest Grocery Store in America: 34 Chains Ranked

american kitchen
August 28, 2026