Sober October Savings Calculator
Include bar tabs and bottles at home -- whatever the average works out to for you.
For context: the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the average household spent $643 on alcoholic beverages in 2024, counting every household, including those that do not drink.
This is just arithmetic about money, not a verdict on anyone's choices. If you are worried about your own or someone else's drinking, the SAMHSA National Helpline is free, confidential, and open 24/7 at 1-800-662-4357. If you drink heavily every day, check with a doctor before stopping suddenly.
Enter how many drinks you have in a typical week and what they cost to see the money you would keep over a month without drinking and over a year, with no judgement attached.
How it works
- Slide to the drinks in a typical week
- Enter the average cost per drink, including bar tabs and bottles at home
- See what you would keep over Sober October (31 days) and over a year
Frequently asked questions
How is the savings figure calculated?
Drinks per week times the price per drink gives your weekly spend; we scale that to 31 days for Sober October and to 52 weeks for a year. It uses only your own numbers.
How does this compare with the average?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the average household spent $643 on alcoholic beverages in 2024, counting every household, including ones that do not drink. It is context, not a target.
Does this count other costs, like rideshares or late-night food?
No. It counts only what you spend on drinks, so your real savings from a month off may be higher.
Where can I get help if I am worried about my drinking?
The SAMHSA National Helpline is free, confidential and open 24/7 at 1-800-662-4357. If you drink heavily every day, check with a doctor before stopping suddenly.
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Update history
- 2026-10-02 Launched: calculate the money kept over a 31-day Sober October and a full year from your own drinks per week and cost per drink.