How much should I budget for 1 week in United States?
A mid-range 7-day trip is usually around $1204-$1309 before flights.
Compare daily travel costs across 14 cities in United States.
Daily travel budgets across United States
Most Affordable
$152/day
Austin
Average
$172–$187
mid-range/day
Most Expensive
$212/day
San Francisco
Based on 14 cities. Shoulder season estimates.
| City | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | $48–$54 | $152–$167 | $445–$495 |
| Nashville | $48–$54 | $152–$167 | $445–$495 |
| New Orleans | $48–$54 | $152–$167 | $445–$495 |
| Chicago | $51–$57 | $161–$176 | $470–$520 |
| Las Vegas | $51–$57 | $161–$176 | $470–$520 |
| Denver | $51–$57 | $161–$176 | $470–$520 |
| Seattle | $53–$59 | $170–$185 | $495–$545 |
| Los Angeles | $56–$62 | $179–$194 | $520–$570 |
| Miami | $56–$62 | $179–$194 | $520–$570 |
| Washington D.C. | $56–$62 | $179–$194 | $520–$570 |
| Boston | $56–$62 | $179–$194 | $520–$570 |
| Honolulu | $59–$65 | $188–$203 | $545–$595 |
| New York City | $62–$68 | $197–$212 | $570–$620 |
| San Francisco | $62–$68 | $197–$212 | $570–$620 |
A mid-range 7-day trip is usually around $1204-$1309 before flights.
A mid-range 14-day trip is usually around $2408-$2618 before flights.
Austin has the lowest mid-range baseline at about $152/day.
Mid-range prices span roughly $152 to $212 per day depending on city and travel style.
Daily costs in United States vary by city. Mid-range daily budgets range from $152/day in Austin to $212/day in San Francisco. The average across 14 cities is about $172–$187 per person per day.
United States is a relatively expensive destination for tourists, with average mid-range daily costs of $172–$187 per person. Budget travelers can find ways to reduce costs, but expect to spend more than in many other countries.
The best time to visit varies by destination within United States. Austin is best visited during May–Oct (varies by region). Traveling during low or shoulder season can save 10–20% on daily costs compared to peak season.
Austin is the most affordable city we cover in United States, with mid-range daily costs starting at around $152 per person. Budget travelers can spend as little as $48/day.
Model version: v1.0 · Last updated: 2026-02-26 · Dataset generated at build time