Why do fat people say that healthy food is more expensive than fast food? Apple 1.62/ pound meaning that for 1 apple. According to AOl  In general, a meal costs $5 to $7 at a fast food restaurant, but the cost of cooking at home averages out to $1.50 to $3 per person. That's a 40-79 percent savings for healthier, homemade food. For instance, burgers, fries and drinks at McDonald's costs $28 for family of four.May 13, 2013. I don't get it.