How much does cat food cost? 🐱

Last updated on 9/15/2025

According to an analysis of 883 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 samples313570
Average Cost per Year$355.40$2,135.18
Average Cost per Month$29.21$175.49
Average Cost per Day$0.97$5.85
Average Cost per Meal$0.49$2.92

based on 261* kcal intake

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