In 2013, I attended a workshop on different types of business ventures. Here are some of the things I learned about home expenses.

17 % food (home restraints)
6% maintenance, furnishings, appliances
12% transportation (gas, car maintenance)
5% recreation (vacation, entertainment hobbies
6% Education
6% clothing, grooming, gifts
6% other
11% savings

You decide where your money needs to go.