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Is packing your child’s school lunch really cheaper? Houston parents weigh in
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk Bill Spencer, Ninfa Saavedra , as published by Click2Houston KPRC2 Local
· August 20, 2026
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Key points The average expense of a meal prepared at home is now around $6. A daily routine for many parents involves preparing meals for their children to take to school.
A daily routine for many parents involves preparing meals for their children to take to school. However, the cost of this practice has been called into question. The average expense of a meal prepared at home is now around $6.33.
This amount is significantly higher than the cost of a meal purchased at school, which is roughly half the price. Some families are eligible for free or reduced-price meals, depending on their income.
Further details on this topic are available, including feedback from parents who prepare meals for their children to take to school.
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Category: schools Published: August 20, 2026 Source: Click2Houston KPRC2 Local Reading time: 1 min
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