How much does cat food cost? 🐱

Last updated on 3/11/2025

According to an analysis of 954 Amazon listings, the average cost of complete and balanced cat food for an average-sized* cat is:

*261 kcal is the recommended daily calorie intake for an average-sized cat (10 lb) according to the Pet Nutrition Alliance

Cost difference between dry and wet food

Food typeDry foodWet food
Number of samples332622
Average Cost per Year$331.59$2,001.39
Average Cost per Month$27.25$164.50
Average Cost per Day$0.91$5.48
Average Cost per Meal$0.45$2.74

based on 261* kcal intake

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