According to a 2019 survey by Bank of America, Millennials spend an average of $233 per month on dining out. This is higher than any other age group surveyed, including Gen Xers, Baby Boomers, and seniors. The survey also found that 60% of Millennials said they eat out at least three times per week, and 47% said they use food delivery services like Uber Eats or GrubHub at least once a week.

Here are some of the other drains on millennial finances, according to the Bank of America survey: 

  • subscription services: $91/month
  • entertainment (concerts, etc) $95/month
  • technology-related expenses (Internet, smart phones, devices). $139/month
  • clothing and accessories $161/month
  • alcohol $262/month
  • travel  $124/month