How much does a cat cost per month?
About $42–$100 a month
Spread over 12 months, the yearly range for an adult cat works out to roughly $42–$100 a month, and the ASPCA's 2021 yearly total of $1,149 is about $96 a month.
Last updated: October 2026 · US prices · 2 sources · see sources
The breakdown
| Item | Typical US price |
|---|---|
| Years 2–4, cat | $500–$1,200/yr [1] |
| Annual total (ASPCA 2021) | $1,149 [2] |
| Food | $225 [2] |
| Litter | $150 [2] |
| Routine medical | $160 [2] |
Figures come from the sources below and each measures something slightly different (published prices, owner bills or planning budgets). Your vet's or provider's estimate is what counts.
It depends on
- Food and litter brands
- Whether you buy pet insurance
- Your cat's age, since senior cats cost more
- Where you live
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Common questions
How much does a cat cost per month?
About $42–$100 a month. Spread over 12 months, the yearly range for an adult cat works out to roughly $42–$100 a month, and the ASPCA's 2021 yearly total of $1,149 is about $96 a month.
What affects how much a cat cost per month?
It depends on: food and litter brands; whether you buy pet insurance; your cat's age, since senior cats cost more; where you live.
What is the typical price for: Years 2–4, cat?
$500–$1,200/yr.
What is the typical price for: Annual total (ASPCA 2021)?
$1,149.
What is the typical price for: Food?
$225.
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