GLP-1 Cost per Pound Calculator
What each pound is really costing you in medication.
Cost per lb lost
$50
Over 12 months
$4,800
Projected annual loss
96lb
A blunt but useful gut-check. Costs usually fall once you reach a maintenance dose, and weight loss slows toward a plateau — so early months look pricier per pound than the long-run average. Don't forget savings elsewhere (less takeout, fewer snacks).
What GLP-1 weight loss actually costs
It's a fair question to ask what each pound is costing you. The math is simple — divide your monthly medication spend by the pounds you're losing per month — but the answer shifts over time.
Why the number moves
Weight loss is front-loaded, so your cost-per-pound looks high early and improves as it adds up — then rises again near a plateau when the scale slows. Costs often fall once you reach a maintenance dose. And remember the offsets: many people spend less on food, takeout, and snacking, which this simple tool doesn't capture.
Frequently asked
- Is a GLP-1 worth the cost?
- That is a personal decision, but a cost-per-pound figure helps you compare it against other options and against the health value of the weight lost. Factor in reduced food spending and any health-cost savings too.
- Why does my cost per pound change month to month?
- Weight loss is fastest early and slows toward a plateau, so the same monthly cost buys fewer pounds over time. Averaging over several months gives a truer figure.
Medical disclaimer. Tiro is a tracking companion, not a medical device, and nothing on this site is medical advice. Always follow the titration schedule and dosing instructions from your prescriber. Never change your dose without talking to them first.