Real Cost of Food

an itemized look at what your groceries actually buy you

protein

Bacon (Sliced)

priced and measured per 100g

Current price (per lb) $6.71

as of 2026-05 · U.S. city average · source: BLS

▲ 0.75% vs last year

What that price actually buys you

Protein per dollar 0.05 g
Calories per dollar 607
Protein per 100g 0.07 g
Calories per 100g 898 kcal

nutrition source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC #168324)

Beyond the price tag

Water use medium
Storage life medium

Common in pork-producing states (IA, NC, MN)

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