Real Cost of Food

an itemized look at what your groceries actually buy you

protein

Dry Beans (Any Type)

priced and measured per 100g dry

Current price (per lb) $1.67

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

▼ 0.36% vs last year

What that price actually buys you

Protein per dollar 14.27 g
Calories per dollar 168
Protein per 100g 5.25 g
Calories per 100g 62 kcal

nutrition source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC #170086)

Beyond the price tag

Water use low
Storage life long

Common in ND, MI, MN; excellent shelf-stable storage life when kept dry

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