LunchMoney MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install LunchMoney in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add lunchmoney -e LUNCHMONEY_API_TOKEN=... -- npx -y @akutishevsky/lunchmoney-mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "lunchmoney": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@akutishevsky/lunchmoney-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "LUNCHMONEY_API_TOKEN": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the LunchMoney MCP server do?

MCP server for LunchMoney personal finance and budgeting tool.

Is the LunchMoney MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does LunchMoney run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add LunchMoney to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add lunchmoney -e LUNCHMONEY_API_TOKEN=... -- npx -y @akutishevsky/lunchmoney-mcp

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