Protein per dollar · #6 of 58
Eggs (large): about 33 g protein per $1
At the US average price for September 2026, $1 of eggs (large) buys about 33 g of protein, and 30 g of protein costs about $0.92.
Protein per $133 g
30 g of protein costs$0.92
US average price$2.27 per dozen
Price sourceUS avg Sep 2026
Protein per 100 g12.4 g
Calories per 100 g150
Calories from protein34%
Sources
Protein: USDA FoodData Central Foundation, Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole (FDC ID 748967): 12.40 g protein and 150 kcal per 100 g.
Price: BLS Eggs, grade A, large, per doz Series APU0000708111, as of 2026-09.
Estimates. Sales, store brands and waste are not included.
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Questions
How much protein per dollar is eggs (large)?
About 33 g of protein per $1 at the US average price of $2.27 per dozen (US avg Sep 2026). That ranks 6 of 58 grocery proteins we track.
How much does 30 g of protein from eggs (large) cost?
About $0.92 at US average prices for September 2026. Your store will differ.