How much do kitten shots cost?
$60–$225 per vaccination visit
Owner bills for cat vaccination visits typically run $60–$225, and a single core shot like FVRCP or rabies has a median published price of $38.
Last updated: October 2026 · US prices · 4 sources · see sources
The breakdown
| Item | Typical US price |
|---|---|
| Cat vaccination bills | $60–$225 [1] |
| Core vaccine, per shot (530 practices) | $38 (most $30–$48) [2] |
| Vaccines per shot (Pawlicy) | Dog $15–$50 / Cat $25–$50 [3] |
| Kitten First Year Vets: typical owner bill | $400–$1,800 total [4] |
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
- How many vaccines are due
- Exam fee and any tests added
- Low-cost clinic vs. full-service vet
- Your area
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How much do kitten shots cost?
$60–$225 per vaccination visit. Owner bills for cat vaccination visits typically run $60–$225, and a single core shot like FVRCP or rabies has a median published price of $38.
What affects how much kitten shots cost?
It depends on: how many vaccines are due; exam fee and any tests added; low-cost clinic vs. full-service vet; your area.
What is the typical price for: Cat vaccination bills?
$60–$225.
What is the typical price for: Core vaccine, per shot (530 practices)?
$38 (most $30–$48).
What is the typical price for: Vaccines per shot (Pawlicy)?
Dog $15–$50 / Cat $25–$50.
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