How much garbage does the average american family produce yearly?

Question

How much garbage does the average american family produce yearly?

Answer 1

Not the exact answer you are looking for - but I found this interesting...

http://clinton2.nara.gov/PCSD/Publicatio...

A European map showing packaging wast comparisons - also interesting...

http://maps.grida.no/go/graphic/packagin...

I remember reading something once on a family of 4 who wanted to see how little garbage they could make.  In a year they produced less than 2 cans full.  I am sure that took great effort - and they are far from average.

Sorry I have no more time tonight - I have to get the kids lunches ready...

Answer 2

i would say about 3to 4 thousand ponds a year.