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💑 Relationships
Am I spending too much on dates?
Compare your average date night cost to other couples.
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Include dinner, drinks, activities, babysitter if applicable
How much does a typical date night cost?
The average American date night costs about $75 (Lending Tree 2023). Costs range from $30 for a casual dinner to $200+ for dinner, drinks, and entertainment. Couples with kids spend more due to babysitter costs ($50+ on top).
Average date night spending (US, 2023)
- Budget date: $25–40 (takeout + movie at home)
- Casual date: $50–80 (restaurant + drinks)
- Nice date: $100–150 (nice restaurant + activity)
- Fancy date: $200–400 (fine dining + show/event)
Date frequency
Couples in relationships average 2.3 dates per month. Relationship therapists recommend at least 1 date per week for maintaining connection. Cost doesn't correlate with satisfaction — the key factor is quality time together.