The cost of protein from beef in the U.S. typically ranges from $0.06 to $0.09 per gram of protein, depending on the cut and leanness.
Ground beef averages about $0.063 per gram (roughly $1.84 to $2.12 for a 4-oz serving).
Chicken Breast: $0.039 per gram.
Eggs: $0.059 per gram (depending on local market fluctuations).
Shelled Hempseed: $11/pound @ 31% protein = $0.0075 per gram of protein.
Shelled Hempseed at Costco (see right): $5.85/pound @ 31% protein = $0.0040 per gram of protein.
