<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>DollarMap cost guides</title><description>Clear price guides and calculators for the things you actually pay for, from a new roof to a new puppy.</description><link>https://thedollarmap.com/</link><item><title>50/30/20 Budget Calculator: How to Split Your Take-Home Pay</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/50-30-20-budget-calculator/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/50-30-20-budget-calculator/</guid><description>Use our 50/30/20 budget calculator to split take-home pay. On $5,000 a month: $2,500 for needs, $1,500 for wants and $1,000 for savings and debt.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Average Grocery Bill per Month in 2026</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/average-grocery-bill/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/average-grocery-bill/</guid><description>The average grocery bill in 2026 runs about $808 a month for a couple and $1,389 for a family of four on USDA&apos;s moderate plan. See costs by household size.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Average Hotel Cost per Night in the US (2026)</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/average-hotel-cost-per-night/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/average-hotel-cost-per-night/</guid><description>The average hotel cost per night in the US was $160.54 in 2025, per CoStar, and weekly rates hit $179 in Sept 2026. See prices by hotel class and city.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Average Savings by Age in 2026</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/average-savings-by-age/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/average-savings-by-age/</guid><description>Average savings by age: US families had a median $8,200 in bank accounts in 2025, per the Fed&apos;s new SCF. See savings, retirement and net worth by age group.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Average Utility Bills per Month in 2026</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/average-utility-bill/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/average-utility-bill/</guid><description>The average utility bill in 2026 is about $363 a month for electric, gas, water and trash, per doxo. Add about $81 for internet. See each bill and how to save.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>What Is the Average Wedding Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/average-wedding-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/average-wedding-cost/</guid><description>The average wedding cost is $34,200 for 117 guests, per The Knot&apos;s 2026 study. See vendor prices, costs by state and region, who pays, and how to save.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does Brake Replacement Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/brake-replacement-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/brake-replacement-cost/</guid><description>Brake replacement cost in 2026: about $335 to $394 for pads on one axle, or $901 to $1,084 with rotors. See pad, rotor and caliper prices, and how to save.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Car Battery Replacement Cost in 2026</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/car-battery-replacement-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/car-battery-replacement-cost/</guid><description>Car battery replacement cost in 2026: about $268 to $493 installed for a regular 12-volt battery, and $5,000 to $20,000+ for an EV pack. See what drives it.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Is Car Insurance in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/car-insurance-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/car-insurance-cost/</guid><description>Car insurance cost in 2026: about $2,361 a year for full coverage and $648 for minimum. See rates by age, driving record and credit, plus ways to pay less.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Car Loan Calculator: Monthly Payment, Interest and How Much Car You Can Afford</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/car-loan-calculator/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/car-loan-calculator/</guid><description>Car loan calculator with 2026 averages: new car loans average $43,610 at 6.35% APR, or $765 a month. See rates by credit score and how much car you can afford.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CD vs High-Yield Savings Account: Which Earns More in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/cd-vs-high-yield-savings/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/cd-vs-high-yield-savings/</guid><description>CD vs high yield savings in Oct 2026: top 1-year CDs pay 4.60% APY, top savings about 4% to 4.4%. See what $10,000 earns in each and which to pick.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Average Child Care Cost in 2026: Daycare, Nanny and More</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/child-care-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/child-care-cost/</guid><description>Average child care cost in 2026: $332 a week for daycare and $870 for a nanny, per Care.com. See yearly totals, infant prices and the tax breaks that help.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does a Cruise Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/cost-of-a-cruise/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/cost-of-a-cruise/</guid><description>The cost of a cruise in 2026 averages about $2,500 per person for 7 days once fares, fees, tips and onboard spending are added. See prices by line and cabin.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does It Cost to Have a Baby in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/cost-of-having-a-baby/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/cost-of-having-a-baby/</guid><description>The cost of having a baby averages $20,416 in medical bills, with $2,743 paid out of pocket on employer plans, per KFF. See C-section costs and first-year gear.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does It Cost to Own a Cat in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/cost-of-owning-a-cat/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/cost-of-owning-a-cat/</guid><description>The cost of owning a cat in 2026 runs $850 to $4,400 a year for an adult, per Rover, plus $705 to $2,960 up front. See every cost and how to spend less.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does It Cost to Own a Dog in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/cost-of-owning-a-dog/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/cost-of-owning-a-dog/</guid><description>The cost of owning a dog in 2026 runs $1,930 to $5,305 a year for an adult, per Rover, plus $1,195 to $4,650 up front. See costs by size and how to save.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does It Cost to Raise a Child in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/cost-of-raising-a-child/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/cost-of-raising-a-child/</guid><description>The cost of raising a child to 18 is about $303,418, or $16,857 a year, per LendingTree&apos;s 2026 study. See costs by age, category and state, and ways to save.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Dog Boarding Cost in 2026: Kennels, Sitters and Daycare</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/dog-boarding-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/dog-boarding-cost/</guid><description>Dog boarding cost in 2026: about $40 to $60 a night at a traditional kennel and $75 to $150 at a dog hotel. Compare sitters, daycare and weekly rates.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Electric vs Gas Car Cost in 2026: Which Is Cheaper to Own?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/electric-vs-gas-car-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/electric-vs-gas-car-cost/</guid><description>Electric vs gas car cost in 2026: an EV compact SUV costs about $11,888 a year to own vs $11,656 for gas, per AAA. See fuel, insurance and depreciation.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Emergency Fund Calculator: How Much Should You Save?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/emergency-fund-calculator/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/emergency-fund-calculator/</guid><description>Use our emergency fund calculator to size your goal. 3 to 6 months of essentials is the rule; for the average US household that&apos;s about $13,000 to $26,000.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Average Engagement Ring Cost in 2026</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/engagement-ring-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/engagement-ring-cost/</guid><description>The average engagement ring cost was $4,600 in 2025, per The Knot. Lab-grown rings averaged $4,300 and natural $7,000. See prices by state and ways to save.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does It Cost to Paint a House Exterior in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/exterior-house-painting-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/exterior-house-painting-cost/</guid><description>Exterior house painting cost averages $3,178 in 2026, and most owners pay $1,819 to $4,551. See prices by size, stories, siding, prep work and DIY.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does Foundation Repair Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/foundation-repair-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/foundation-repair-cost/</guid><description>Foundation repair cost in 2026 averages about $5,179, with most jobs $2,224 to $8,134. See prices for cracks, piers, slabjacking and waterproofing.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does a New Furnace Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/furnace-replacement-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/furnace-replacement-cost/</guid><description>Furnace replacement cost in 2026 averages about $4,800 installed, with most homes paying $2,823 to $6,888. See prices by fuel, home size and extras.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/home-inspection-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/home-inspection-cost/</guid><description>Home inspection cost in 2026 averages $344, and most buyers pay $296 to $425. See prices by home size and city, plus radon, pest and sewer add-ons.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does a Honeymoon Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/honeymoon-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/honeymoon-cost/</guid><description>The average honeymoon cost is about $5,300 to $5,500 for a trip of around seven days, per The Knot and Zola. See budgets by style, hotels and ways to save.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much House Can I Afford in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/how-much-house-can-i-afford/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/how-much-house-can-i-afford/</guid><description>How much house can I afford in 2026? With the 28/36 rule and a 7.40% rate, a $100,000 income buys about $338,000 with 20% down. See the table by income.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does HVAC Replacement Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/hvac-replacement-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/hvac-replacement-cost/</guid><description>HVAC replacement cost in 2026: most homeowners pay $8,000 to $15,000 for a full system. See prices by system type, home size, ductwork and SEER2.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lease vs Buy a Car in 2026: Which Costs Less?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/lease-vs-buy-car/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/lease-vs-buy-car/</guid><description>Lease vs buy car costs in 2026: lease payments run about $148 a month less than the $765 average new car loan, but buying usually costs less over time.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Do New Tires Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/new-tires-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/new-tires-cost/</guid><description>New tires cost about $151 each for an all-season tire in 2026, or about $604 for a set of four. See prices by tire type, installation fees and ways to save.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Is Pet Insurance in 2026, and Is It Worth It?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/pet-insurance-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/pet-insurance-cost/</guid><description>Pet insurance cost in 2026: about $70 a month for dogs and $36 for cats for accident and illness cover, per NAPHIA. See prices by age, breed and plan type.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Rent vs Buy Calculator: Is It Cheaper to Rent or Buy a Home in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/rent-vs-buy-calculator/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/rent-vs-buy-calculator/</guid><description>Rent vs buy calculator for 2026: a $417,500 median home costs about $2,626 a month to own at 7.40%, versus $1,694 median rent. Run your numbers.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does a Road Trip Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/road-trip-cost-calculator/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/road-trip-cost-calculator/</guid><description>Road trip cost calculator for 2026: gas at $4.28 a gallon, hotels near $162 a night and food per person. See sample trips and estimate your own total.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does a New Roof Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/roof-replacement-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/roof-replacement-cost/</guid><description>Roof replacement cost in 2026: about $10,300 for a 2,000 sq ft asphalt roof. See prices by material, the extras quotes leave out, and estimate yours.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sinking Funds: How to Save for Big Expenses Without Debt</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/sinking-funds/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/sinking-funds/</guid><description>Sinking funds turn big bills into small monthly savings. Car insurance alone averages $1,694 a year, or $141 a month. See common costs and how to set one up.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tankless vs Tank Water Heater: Cost, Savings and Which to Buy</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/tankless-vs-tank-water-heater/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/tankless-vs-tank-water-heater/</guid><description>Tankless vs tank water heater: a tank costs $600 to $2,500 installed, tankless about $2,641 on average. See savings, lifespan and which one pays off.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>What Is the True Cost of Owning a Car in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/true-cost-of-owning-a-car/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/true-cost-of-owning-a-car/</guid><description>The true cost of owning a car is $12,863 a year for a new vehicle in 2026, per AAA, or about $1,072 a month. See the breakdown by expense and vehicle type.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does a Vet Visit Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/vet-visit-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/vet-visit-cost/</guid><description>Vet visit cost in 2026: a wellness exam runs about $50 to $150, and an emergency exam averages $135 for dogs and $143 for cats. See prices for tests and care.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Does Water Heater Replacement Cost in 2026?</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/water-heater-replacement-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/water-heater-replacement-cost/</guid><description>Water heater replacement cost in 2026: about $1,400 installed on average. Compare tank, tankless and heat pump prices, sizes, permits and yearly savings.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Window Replacement Cost in 2026: Price per Window</title><link>https://thedollarmap.com/window-replacement-cost/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://thedollarmap.com/window-replacement-cost/</guid><description>Window replacement cost in 2026 averages about $750 per window, or $7,348 for a typical project. 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