Is Vaping Burning a Hole in Your Budget?

Vaping is popular on college campuses, especially with disposable vapes. But how much does it really cost? Here’s the monthly and yearly breakdown. Spending Level Monthly Spend Yearly Spend Low Usage (1/week) $40 $40 × 12 = $480/year Average Usage (2/week) $80–$120 $960–$1,440/year High Usage (3/week) $180 $180 × 12 = $2,160/year If You’re […]

Is Vaping Burning a Hole in Your Budget?

February 4th, 2025 by TGP Coordinator

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Vaping is popular on college campuses, especially with disposable vapes.

But how much does it really cost? Here’s the monthly and yearly breakdown.

Spending Level	Monthly Spend	Yearly Spend
Low Usage (1/week)	$40	$40 × 12 = $480/year
Average Usage (2/week)	$80–$120	$960–$1,440/year
High Usage (3/week)	$180	$180 × 12 = $2,160/year

If You’re an Average Vaper, Here’s Where That $100/Month Could Go Instead

If you’re spending around $80–$120 each month on disposable vapes, you might be surprised how far that money could go elsewhere. Let’s break down a smarter way to use just $100/month:

Alternative Use	Monthly Amount	Why It Matters
Student Loan Payments	$50	Reduces future debt and interest
Savings Account	$25	Builds a cushion for emergencies or goals
Something YOU Enjoy	$25	A guilt-free treat: movies, hobbies, outings

In One Year, That Adds Up To:

$600 toward student loans
$300 in savings
$300 for fun – without any nicotine dependency

Remember small changes now can lead to big gains later.

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