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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