Real Cost of Food

an itemized look at what your groceries actually buy you

protein

Eggs (Grade A, Large)

priced and measured per 100g (~2 large eggs)

Current price (per dozen) $2.19

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

▼ 35.18% vs last year

What that price actually buys you

Protein per dollar 34.39 g
Calories per dollar 392
Protein per 100g 12.56 g
Calories per 100g 143 kcal

nutrition source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC #171287)

Beyond the price tag

Water use medium
Storage life medium

Common in most US regions; backyard production widespread

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