Turkey Size Calculator
Calculate How Much Turkey You Need for Your Holiday Dinner
How Much Turkey Do You Need?
Planning the perfect turkey dinner comes down to simple math:
- For adults: Plan for 1-1.5 pounds per person
- For children: Plan for 0.5 pounds per person
- For leftovers: Add 0.5-1 pound per person
Tips for Perfect Turkey Planning
- For groups under 8, get at least a 12-pound turkey for better meat-to-bone ratio
- Consider buying two smaller turkeys instead of one large turkey for easier cooking
- Allow 24 hours of thawing time for every 4-5 pounds of frozen turkey