Real Cost of Food

an itemized look at what your groceries actually buy you

dairy

Cheddar Cheese (Natural)

priced and measured per 100g

Current price (per lb) $5.68

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

▼ 6.03% vs last year

What that price actually buys you

Protein per dollar 13.32 g
Calories per dollar 191
Protein per 100g 16.7 g
Calories per 100g 239 kcal

nutrition source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC #169901)

Beyond the price tag

Water use high
Storage life long

Common in dairy states; aged cheese has long shelf life relative to fresh dairy

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