What I spend in a week

These videos seem to be everywhere on YouTube: what I spend in a week as an XX-year old in this city. It’s a little peek at where others are putting their money — and why. Is it (a little bit) voyeuristic? Yes. Is it still fascinating? You bet.

So, we got to talking about spending for our money issue and found three volunteers to anonymously share what they spend in a week. Here’s how it breaks down:

The Author

Unmarried, working two jobs (one full time), no kids.

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Groceries: $77.47

Eating Out: $100.45

Donations: $24.17

Subscriptions: $76.84 (Spotify, Prine, etc.)

Utilities: $221.47 (Cable, Internet)

Gas & Car: $23.83

Activities: $101.03 (Event, Class)

Shopping: $75.46 (Amazon)

Savings: $38.00

Total spent: $738.72

The Executive

Mom with two kids, working full time, married with a dual income.

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Groceries: $262.45

Eating Out: $211.10

House Cleaning: $190.00

Gas & Car: $81.49

Kids Activities: $13.00

Shopping $72.76

Household Supplies: $67.42

Total Spent: $898.22

The Model

Married, working full time, no kids.

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Groceries/Food: $89

Eating Out: $28.08

House Cleaning: $85.00

Dry Cleaning/Alterations: $80.00

Self Care: $34.00 (Manicure)

Gas & Car: $29.01

Gift: $75.00 (husband spilled wine on friend’s carpet)

Shopping $248.77 (handbag)

Subscriptions: $138.99 (Prime, WW)

Donations: $250.00 (Tithe)

Total Spent: $1057.85

2020 January, Our Careers, Our MindsConversationalConversational ContributorsComment