Average packed school lunch is now over $6: How to pack a healthy lunch for less

33. This represents a 2% rise from last year, according to Deloitte. Parents in the Detroit area are feeling the impact of higher prices for lunchtime staples such as deli meat, fruit, and snacks.

89, while a more elaborate option can exceed $7. Further details on managing the cost of healthy school lunches are available from sources such as nutrition instructors at universities.