How Much Does Ground Turkey Cost?


Written by:  Howmuchisit.org Staff

Ground turkey is quite popular since it is considered to be a healthier alternative to hamburger and other meat.

According to the National Turkey Federation, ground turkey is “manufactured from whole muscle material such as the drumstick, thighs, neck, etc., with all components, such as skin and adhering fat, in natural proportions.”  The producers of ground turkey agree that the fat content is either at or below the natural content in turkey meat.  Because of these regulations and the natural makeup, turkey is a leaner meat.

Ground turkey by cote, on Flickr
Ground turkey” (CC BY 2.0) by  cote

How much does ground turkey cost?

Depending on the quality of the meat, most stores will charge anywhere from $2 to as much as $8 per pound.  The leaner it is, the more you are going to have to pay.  Most, however, find themselves paying around $2 to $5 per pound at their local stores.

On a forum thread on Stretcher.com, forum members claimed they had paid anywhere from $3 to as much as $7 per pound.

At Trader Joe’s, they state they have random-weight trays retailing for close to $2.99 per pound — the same price since 2009.




Ground turkey overview

Ground turkey is a mixture of light and dark turkey meat that is removed from the bone and minced together with the existing skin and fat.  Most of this meat is taken from the thigh or drumstick rather than the breast area.  It’s an excellent source of protein, with the average four-ounce serving containing 21 grams.  An organic variety will never have any artificial coloring, flavors and/or preservatives.

Ground turkey is often sold by the pound and usually comes in an airtight sealed package, found in the meat section of any grocery store.  Popular brands found at the local grocery store includes Jennie-O, Perdue, Shady Brook, Foster Farms, Honeysuckle and Butterball.

Some ground turkey meat is sold in rolls and can weigh about 16 ounces each.  A roll of bulk ground turkey can weigh around 10 pounds.

Tips to know:

There are different types of turkey and often produce different levels of quality in terms of the fat and the meat ratio.  Pay close attention to the percentages to know how lean your meat will be.  If you want the healthiest option possible, choose the highest lean percentage possible.

Ground turkey can be used to make anything that can be made with ground beef and is considered to be an excellent replacement.  Consider using it in recipes such as hamburgers, spaghetti sauce, chili, meatloaf, burritos and tacos.

Ground turkey, on average, will take about three to five minutes to cook.  Be forewarned, however.  If you were to cook it too long, the meat can dry out and become crumbly, causing it to lose its flavor.

Ground turkey nutrition

How can I save money?

If you buy ground turkey in bulk, it can bring the price down by the pound.  At Sam’s Club, a 2.5-pound tray of Jennie-O can retail for as little as $13.  Costco sells a 93 percent lean group turkey for $2.59 per pound, with the average package containing seven pounds.  Even if you can’t eat it all at once, ground turkey can be frozen for months and the taste and quality will not be affected.

Like any meat in the grocery store, keep your eyes opened for sales.  If the price is good enough, this could be the time to stock up.  Anything less than $2 to $3 per pound is deemed a good deal.

Also, keep your eyes in the clearance section.  If the meat is about to expire, many stores will knock a certain percentage off.  As long as you freeze it or use it right away, there should not be a problem with it.

Consider checking out a local food co op or farmers market.


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  1. Brittney (Springfield,  Illinois) paid $ and said:

    WalMart, 93% ground lean turkey.

    Was it worth it? Yes

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