16 Best Costco Deals if You Live Alone

You may think Costco and buying food in bulk is only suitable for families or big households, but some can help you save more money shopping at the wholesaler even if you live on your own.

Check out these Costco finds that are perfect for people who live alone to help your dollar go even further.

Editor's note: Prices are subject to change and may also vary by location.

Costco has some great products under its Kirkland Signature line, including its Kirkland Signature Farmed Atlantic Salmon.

Each salmon filet is individually wrapped, so you don’t have to worry about going through the pack quickly to avoid freezer burn. 

Just pick up a three-pound bag for $43.53 from your local store and take one or two out at a time for a tasty, budget-friendly meal.

Everyone can use paper towels, and with Costco, you can buy them in bulk and have an ample supply on hand whenever you need them.

The warehouse retailer has several options, including the Bounty Advanced 2-Ply Paper Towels, which come in a 12-pack for $29.99 at your local Costco.

Costco's excellent prescription drug program can help you save money when you head to the retailer to pick up your prescriptions. In addition, your membership card can get you good deals on many popular medications.

And if you can’t make it to Costco to pick up your prescriptions all the time, the retailer can also ship them to you and allow you to auto-refill medications without going into the store.

Don’t forget about your furry friends. Costco also offers excellent deals on pet foods and supplies.

Consider the Kirkland Signature Adult Formula Chicken, Rice, and Vegetable Dog Food, which comes in a whopping 40-pound bag for $49.99 to feed your favorite canine.

One of the many items Costco is known for is its rotisserie chickens, which you can pick up for $4.99 the next time you shop at the retailer.

If you live alone, the rotisserie chicken is perfect for meals, or you can use it as an ingredient for different recipes that you can store for later or as part of a meal-prep plan.

Costco has some fantastic snacks to pack your pantry, and its Kirkland Signature Trail Mix is a perfect example. The Costco box comes with 28 individual snack packs you can grab whenever you need a quick bite or take on the go.

The trail mix includes nuts, raisins, and M&Ms, and you can get it at Costco for $17.99.

Costco is also an excellent place to save money on furniture, so pick up the Hawkins Leather Power Recliner for any room in your home.

The recliner, which sells for $499.97 at Costco, comes in gray, blue, or red leather and can be delivered directly to your place when you order it from the retailer.

Get a new television for your space with Costco’s deal on a Samsung 55-inch television. 

The television is a smart TV with access to different streaming services, and you can get free access to Showtime and Paramount+ or Peacock streaming services for a limited time with your new TV.

You can get one from Costco for $1,499.99 with up to five years of warranty coverage.

If you don’t have much outdoor space for gardening, grab a Self-water Elevated Garden Planter from Costco to grow your own vegetables, flowers, and other plants.

The planter, which retails for $199.99 at Costco, features a self-watering reservoir system, so you don’t have to constantly worry about watering it outside.

One-cup coffee makers can be a convenient option when you live alone, but it may be challenging to find coffee that fits into your one-cup machine.

Costco has you covered with the Kirkland Signature Breakfast Blend Organic K-Cup Pods, which come in a pack of 120 K-cups. Grab a box for $37.99, so you’ll always have one around.

Want to add some chicken to a dish but don’t feel like cooking a whole chicken breast for yourself? Try Kirkland Signature’s Canned Chicken Breast as an easy solution.

The pack of six cans of chicken breakfast, each with 12.5 ounces, will cost you $14.99 at your local Costco.

You may have an excellent blender that is the perfect size for a smoothie just for you each morning.

Treat yourself to the Kirkland Signature Three Berry Blend for $12.59 at Costco. The blend includes raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries and can easily be stored in your freezer until you’re ready to use it.

If you have a sweet tooth, Costco offers plenty of tasty treats to stock in your freezer.

The Healthy Choice Organic Fudge Bars come in a pack of 18 low-fat bars to satisfy your sweet tooth. Be sure to add a box to your Costco cart for $12.69.

There’s no rule that says you can’t buy flowers for yourself, so brighten up your space with flowers from Costco.

One of the best deals may be Costco’s Premium Floral Bouquet, which includes a good variety of different flowers for $19.88 from your local Costco.

Even living alone, your bathroom should still be stocked with the essentials. For example, you should keep an ample supply of hand soap and toothpaste in your cabinets, such as the Crest 3D White Advanced Toothpaste.

The toothpaste comes in a pack of five tubes for $17.99, so you won’t have to worry about buying more toothpaste for a while.

Another tasty snack to have on hand is Nabisco Ritz Crackers. Costco offers a box that includes sleeves of 18 crackers for $12.49, so feel free to enjoy them on your own or bring them out during your next party.

Costco is a great place to shop if you’re looking to save money. From pantry staples to home furnishings, the retailer has a little bit of everything — even if you live alone.

Since many of their items are sold in bulk, a great Costco hack is to simply check your pantry and freezer before heading to the store. This way, you’ll know exactly what you do (and do not) have room for, which can help you avoid overspending.