Tracking time in recovery is a powerful motivator. Many recovery groups celebrate milestones such as 24 hours, 30, 60 and 90 days, 6 months and each year of sobriety.
How to use the Sobriety Calculator
- Sobriety date
- Money you used to spend per day
- Drinks per day before
- Calories per drink
Results update as you type, and every field accepts the units shown in its menu.
How it works
Enter your sobriety date and, optionally, how much you used to spend and drink each day.
Inputs explained
| Field | What to enter |
|---|---|
| Sobriety date | A date |
| Money you used to spend per day | Amount in your currency |
| Drinks per day before | A number |
| Calories per drink | In kcal |
What each result means
- Days sober = max(today() – [Sobriety date], 0)
- Weeks sober = [Days sober]÷7
- Months sober = monthsbetween([Sobriety date], today())
- Years sober = [Days sober]÷365.25
- Money saved = [Days sober]×[Money you used to spend per day]
- Calories avoided = [Days sober]×[Drinks per day before]×[Calories per drink]
- Drinks avoided = [Days sober]×[Drinks per day before]
Example values
How the main result changes when Money you used to spend per day changes and everything else stays at the example values above:
| Money you used to spend per day | Days sober |
|---|---|
| 7.5 | 126 |
| 11.25 | 126 |
| 15 | 126 |
| 18.75 | 126 |
| 22.5 | 126 |
| 30 | 126 |
Health note: this calculator is for education and screening only and is not a diagnosis or treatment advice. Discuss your results with a qualified clinician.
Formula
Days sober = today − sobriety date
Money saved = days × daily spending
Calories saved = days × drinks per day × calories per drink
Worked example
Inputs — Sobriety date: 2026-06-27; Money you used to spend per day: $15; Drinks per day before: 4; Calories per drink: 150 kcal.
Results — Days sober = 126; Weeks sober = 18; Months sober = 4; Years sober = 0.34; Money saved = $1,890; Calories avoided = 75,600; Drinks avoided = 504; Next milestone = Sun, December 27, 2026.
Key terms
- Sobriety date
- The first day without alcohol or drugs.
Frequently asked questions
What are common sobriety milestones?
24 hours, 30, 60 and 90 days, 6 months, 9 months and every year.
Is it normal to have cravings after months sober?
Yes – cravings can come and go; support groups and counselling help.
Where can I find support?
Mutual-help groups such as AA or SMART Recovery, your doctor, or the SAMHSA helpline (1-800-662-4357).