Special Report
Cost of a Thanksgiving Meal the Year You Were Born
November 17, 2017 12:28 pm
Last Updated: January 12, 2020 6:12 am
1947
> Cost of a Thanksgiving meal for 10: $5.68
> Cost of 16 lbs. turkey: $2.59
> Cost of 3 lbs. sweet potatoes, 14 oz. stuffing, and 12 oz. cranberries: $0.99
> Football results: Chicago Bears (34), Detroit Lions (14)
1948
> Cost of a Thanksgiving meal for 10: $5.81
> Cost of 16 lbs. turkey: $2.65
> Cost of 3 lbs. sweet potatoes, 14 oz. stuffing, and 12 oz. cranberries: $1.01
> Football results: Chicago Cardinals (28), Detroit Lions (14)
1949
> Cost of a Thanksgiving meal for 10: $5.62
> Cost of 16 lbs. turkey: $2.56
> Cost of 3 lbs. sweet potatoes, 14 oz. stuffing, and 12 oz. cranberries: $0.98
> Football results: Chicago Bears (28), Detroit Lions (7)
1950
> Cost of a Thanksgiving meal for 10: $5.91
> Cost of 16 lbs. turkey: $2.70
> Cost of 3 lbs. sweet potatoes, 14 oz. stuffing, and 12 oz. cranberries: $1.03
> Football results: Detroit Lions (49), New York Yanks (14)
1951
> Cost of a Thanksgiving meal for 10: $6.48
> Cost of 16 lbs. turkey: $2.96
> Cost of 3 lbs. sweet potatoes, 14 oz. stuffing, and 12 oz. cranberries: $1.13
> Football results: Detroit Lions (52), Green Bay Packers (35)
1952
> Cost of a Thanksgiving meal for 10: $6.52
> Cost of 16 lbs. turkey: $2.97
> Cost of 3 lbs. sweet potatoes, 14 oz. stuffing, and 12 oz. cranberries: $1.13
> Football results: Detroit Lions (48), Green Bay Packers (24)
1953
> Cost of a Thanksgiving meal for 10: $6.31
> Cost of 16 lbs. turkey: $2.88
> Cost of 3 lbs. sweet potatoes, 14 oz. stuffing, and 12 oz. cranberries: $1.10
> Football results: Detroit Lions (34), Green Bay Packers (15)
1954
> Cost of a Thanksgiving meal for 10: $6.23
> Cost of 16 lbs. turkey: $2.84
> Cost of 3 lbs. sweet potatoes, 14 oz. stuffing, and 12 oz. cranberries: $1.08
> Football results: Detroit Lions (28), Green Bay Packers (24)
1955
> Cost of a Thanksgiving meal for 10: $6.13
> Cost of 16 lbs. turkey: $2.79
> Cost of 3 lbs. sweet potatoes, 14 oz. stuffing, and 12 oz. cranberries: $1.06
> Football results: Detroit Lions (24), Green Bay Packers (10)
1956
> Cost of a Thanksgiving meal for 10: $6.31
> Cost of 16 lbs. turkey: $2.88
> Cost of 3 lbs. sweet potatoes, 14 oz. stuffing, and 12 oz. cranberries: $1.10
> Football results: Green Bay Packers (24), Detroit Lions (20)
Sponsored: Tips for Investing
A financial advisor can help you understand the advantages and disadvantages of investment properties. Finding a qualified financial advisor doesn’t have to be hard. SmartAsset’s free tool matches you with up to three financial advisors who serve your area, and you can interview your advisor matches at no cost to decide which one is right for you. If you’re ready to find an advisor who can help you achieve your financial goals, get started now.
Investing in real estate can diversify your portfolio. But expanding your horizons may add additional costs. If you’re an investor looking to minimize expenses, consider checking out online brokerages. They often offer low investment fees, helping you maximize your profit.