Getting a new dog is an exciting adventure. Most people want to buy or adopt a puppy for many reasons: to increase the chances that it will adapt to its new environment easily, to spend more years in its company, and let’s be honest because pups are so cute! But one of the first questions anybody should ask themselves is how much their favorite breed is going to cost. Lucky for you, after reviewing thousands of puppy ads from all over the US, we have established a cost ranking of the 60 most popular dog breeds from cheapest to most expensive.
The price ranges introduced in this article exclude the 10% most, and least expensive ads reviewed to ignore pricing mistakes and show-quality dogs that are much more expensive and are not what most future dog owners are looking for. The range represents 80% of the puppies (newborn to 6-month-old) found, which gives a precise and trustworthy idea of the prices in the US.
Newsletter Subscribers get:
Before & After you Get a Puppy (2 eBooks)
+ Our Dog Supplies Checklist
+ Coupons & Discounts
ALL FOR FREE
“Allow me to help you prepare for your new dog, make the best decisions, and save.”
Johann – PetBudget Founder
If you are interested in checking out the best dog products on Amazon you can find them by clicking here.
60 – Australian Cattle Dog – $450 ($250-$1,200)
Average Price: $450
Price Range: $250 – $1,200
Ads Reviewed: 300
Breed Popularity Ranking: 55
Weight: 35 to 50 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 16 years
59 – Beagle – $550 ($295-$1,125)
Average Price: $550
Price Range: $295 – $1,125
Ads Reviewed: 528
Breed Popularity Ranking: 7
Weight: 20 to 30 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 15 years
58 – Siberian Husky – $650 ($400-$1,200)
Average Price: $650
Price Range: $400 – $1,200
Ads Reviewed: 1,485
Breed Popularity Ranking: 15
Weight: 35 to 60 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 14 years
57 – Border Collie – $700 ($300-$1,000)
Average Price: $700
Price Range: $300 – $1,000
Ads Reviewed: 513
Breed Popularity Ranking: 33
Weight: 30 to 55 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 15 years
56 – Weimaraner – $700 ($500-$1,200)
Average Price: $700
Price Range: $500 – $1,200
Ads Reviewed: 324
Breed Popularity Ranking: 39
Weight: 55 to 90 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 13 years
55 – Brittany – $750 ($500-$1,060)
Average Price: $750
Price Range: $500 – $1,060
Ads Reviewed: 275
Breed Popularity Ranking: 26
Weight: 30 to 40 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 14 years
54 – Bloodhound – $750 ($450-$1,200)
Average Price: $750
Price Range: $450 – $1,200
Ads Reviewed: 187
Breed Popularity Ranking: 51
Weight: 80 to 110 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 12 years
53 – German Shorthaired Pointer – $800 ($500-$1,000)
Average Price: $800
Price Range: $500 – $1,000
Ads Reviewed: 663
Breed Popularity Ranking: 9
Weight: 45 to 70 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 12 years
52 – Dalmatian – $800 ($450-$1,200)
Average Price: $800
Price Range: $450 – $1,200
Ads Reviewed: 256
Breed Popularity Ranking: 59
Weight: 45 to 70 lb.
Life Expectancy: 11 to 13 years
51 – Basset Hound – $800 ($450-$1,400)
Average Price: $800
Price Range: $450 – $1,400
Ads Reviewed: 393
Breed Popularity Ranking: 37
Weight: 40 to 65 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 13 years
Before we keep going, I would like to present to you our Dogs are Awesome! clothing line. I have partnered with TeeSpring to create a whole collection for dog enthusiasts willing to show it.
50 – Collie – $800 ($375-$1,450)
Average Price: $800
Price Range: $375 – $1,450
Ads Reviewed: 288
Breed Popularity Ranking: 38
Weight: 50 to 75 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 14 years
49 – Labrador Retriever – $800 ($400-$1,500)
Average Price: $800
Price Range: $400 – $1,500
Ads Reviewed: 3,160
Breed Popularity Ranking: 1
Weight: 55 to 80 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 12 years
48 – Australian Shepherd – $800 ($400-$1,500)
Average Price: $800
Price Range: $400 – $1,500
Ads Reviewed: 1,740
Breed Popularity Ranking: 13
Weight: 40 to 65 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 15 years
47 – Miniature American Shepherd – $800 ($450-$1,500)
Average Price: $800
Price Range: $450 – $1,500
Ads Reviewed: 1,102
Breed Popularity Ranking: 29
Weight: 20 to 40 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 13 years
46 – Cocker Spaniel – $800 ($500-$1,500)
Average Price: $800
Price Range: $500 – $1,500
Ads Reviewed: 600
Breed Popularity Ranking: 28
Weight: 20 to 30 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 14 years
45 – German Shepherd – $800 ($450-$1,900)
Average Price: $800
Price Range: $450 – $1,900
Ads Reviewed: 2,349
Breed Popularity Ranking: 2
Weight: 50 to 90 lb.
Life Expectancy: 7 to 10 years
44 – Chihuahua – $800 ($375-$2,420)
Average Price: $800
Price Range: $375 – $2,420
Ads Reviewed: 899
Breed Popularity Ranking: 35
Weight: 3 to 6 lb.
Life Expectancy: 14 to 16 years
43 – English Springer Spaniel – $850 ($600-$1,200)
Average Price: $850
Price Range: $600 – $1,200
Ads Reviewed: 449
Breed Popularity Ranking: 27
Weight: 40 to 50 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 14 years
42 – Boston Terrier – $850 ($550-$1,400)
Average Price: $850
Price Range: $550 – $1,400
Ads Reviewed: 897
Breed Popularity Ranking: 21
Weight: 12 to 25 lb.
Life Expectancy: 11 to 13 years
41 – Dachshund – $850 ($450-$1,500)
Average Price: $850
Price Range: $450 – $1,500
Ads Reviewed: 593
Breed Popularity Ranking: 11
Weight: 16 to 32 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 16 years
40 – Airedale Terrier – $850 ($500-$1,500)
Average Price: $850
Price Range: $500 – $1,500
Ads Reviewed: 78
Breed Popularity Ranking: 60
Weight: 50 to 70 lb.
Life Expectancy: 11 to 14 years
39 – Shih Tzu – $850 ($500-$1,600)
Average Price: $850
Price Range: $500 – $1,600
Ads Reviewed: 1,173
Breed Popularity Ranking: 20
Weight: 9 to 16 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 18 years
38 – Shetland Sheepdog – $900 ($500 – $1,285)
Average Price: $900
Price Range: $500 – $1,285
Ads Reviewed: 274
Breed Popularity Ranking: 25
Weight: 15 to 25 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 14 years
37 – Boxer – $900 ($500-$1,500)
Average Price: $900
Price Range: $500 – $1,500
Ads Reviewed: 1,041
Breed Popularity Ranking: 14
Weight: 40 to 80 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 12 years
36 – Bichon Frise – $920 ($600-$1,700)
Average Price: $920
Price Range: $600 – $1,700
Ads Reviewed: 160
Breed Popularity Ranking: 43
Weight: 7 to 12 lb.
Life Expectancy: 14 to 15 years
35 – Miniature Schnauzer – $950 ($600-$1,800)
Average Price: $950
Price Range: $600 – $1,800
Ads Reviewed: 1,087
Breed Popularity Ranking: 18
Weight: 11 to 20 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 15 years
34 – Chesapeake Bay Retriever – $1,000 ($550-$1,200)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $550 – $1,200
Ads Reviewed: 68
Breed Popularity Ranking: 46
Weight: 55 to 80 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 13 years
33 – Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier – $1,000 ($900-$1,500)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $900 – $1,500
Ads Reviewed: 133
Breed Popularity Ranking: 54
Weight: 30 to 40 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 14 years
32 – English Cocker Spaniel – $1,000 ($800-$1,600)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $800 – $1,600
Ads Reviewed: 33
Breed Popularity Ranking: 50
Weight: 26 to 34 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 14 years
31 – Westie – $1,000 ($650-$1,700)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $650 – $1,700
Ads Reviewed: 135
Breed Popularity Ranking: 44
Weight: 15 to 20 lb.
Life Expectancy: 13 to 15 years
30 – Great Dane – $1,000 ($500-$1,800)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $500 – $1,800
Ads Reviewed: 1,445
Breed Popularity Ranking: 17
Weight: 110 to 175 lb.
Life Expectancy: 7 to 10 years
29 – Shiba Inu – $1,000 ($650-$1,800)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $650 – $1,800
Ads Reviewed: 315
Breed Popularity Ranking: 45
Weight: 17 to 23 lb.
Life Expectancy: 13 to 16 years
28 – Papillon – $1,000 ($500-$1,900)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $500 – $1,900
Ads Reviewed: 126
Breed Popularity Ranking: 53
Weight: 5 to 10 lb.
Life Expectancy: 14 to 16 years
27 – Akita – $1,000 ($600-$1,980)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $600 – $1,980
Ads Reviewed: 273
Breed Popularity Ranking: 47
Weight: 70 to 130 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 13 years
26 – Saint Bernard – $1,000 ($550-$2,000)
Average Price: $1,00
Price Range: $550 – $2,000
Ads Reviewed: 276
Breed Popularity Ranking: 48
Weight: 120 to 180 lb.
Life Expectancy: 8 to 10 years
25 – Belgian Malinois – $1,000 ($595-$2,000)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $595 – $2,000
Ads Reviewed: 176
Breed Popularity Ranking: 41
Weight: 40 to 80 lb.
Life Expectancy: 14 to 16 years
24 – Standard Poodle – $1,000 ($600-$2,000)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $600 – $2,000
Ads Reviewed: 1,447
Breed Popularity Ranking: 6
Weight: 40 to 70 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 18 years
23 – Golden Retriever – $1,000 ($700-$2,000)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $700 – $2,000
Ads Reviewed: 1,934
Breed Popularity Ranking: 3
Weight: 55 to 75 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 12 years
22 – Doberman Pinscher – $1,000 ($500-$2,250)
Average Price: $1,000
Price Range: $500 – $2,250
Ads Reviewed: 536
Breed Popularity Ranking: 19
Weight: 60 to 100 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 12 years
21 – Pembroke Welsh Corgi – $1,050 ($750-$1,800)
Average Price: $1,050
Price Range: $750 – $1,800
Ads Reviewed: 1,221
Breed Popularity Ranking: 10
Weight: 22 to 30 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 13 years
20 – Scottish Terrier – $1,100 ($600-$1,600)
Average Price: $1,100
Price Range: $600 – $1,600
Ads Reviewed: 101
Breed Popularity Ranking: 56
Weight: 18 to 22 lb.
Life Expectancy: 11 to 13 years
19 – Vizsla – $1,100 ($500-$1,700)
Average Price: $1,100
Price Range: $500 – $1,700
Ads Reviewed: 200
Breed Popularity Ranking: 34
Weight: 45 to 60 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 14 years
18 – Havanese – $1,100 ($650-$1,800)
Average Price: $1,100
Price Range: $650 – $1,800
Ads Reviewed: 514
Breed Popularity Ranking: 22
Weight: 7 to 13 lb.
Life Expectancy: 14 to 16 years
17 – Rottweiler – $1,150 ($600-$2,000)
Average Price: $1,150
Price Range: $600 – $2,000
Ads Reviewed: 495
Breed Popularity Ranking: 8
Weight: 80 to 135 lb.
Life Expectancy: 9 to 10 years
16 – Pug – $1,175 ($600-$1,900)
Average Price: $1,175
Price Range: $600 – $1,900
Ads Reviewed: 609
Breed Popularity Ranking: 31
Weight: 14 to 18 lb.
Life Expectancy: 13 to 15 years
15 – Whippet – $1,200 ($850-$1,500)
Average Price: $1,200
Price Range: $850 – $1,500
Ads Reviewed: 42
Breed Popularity Ranking: 57
Weight: 25 to 40 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 15 years
14 – Bernese Mountain Dog – $1,200 ($675-$1,995)
Average Price: $1,200
Price Range: $675 – $1,995
Ads Reviewed: 302
Breed Popularity Ranking: 23
Weight: 70 to 115 lb.
Life Expectancy: 7 to 10 years
13 – Pomeranian – $1,200 ($600-$2,000)
Average Price: $1,200
Price Range: $600 – $2,000
Ads Reviewed: 1,083
Breed Popularity Ranking: 24
Weight: 3 to 7 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 16 years
12 – Newfoundland – $1,200 ($600-$2,000)
Average Price: $1,200
Price Range: $600 – $2,000
Ads Reviewed: 325
Breed Popularity Ranking: 40
Weight: 100 to 150 lb.
Life Expectancy: 9 to 10 years
11 – Mastiff – $1,200 ($600-$2,000)
Average Price: $1,200
Price Range: $600 – $2,000
Ads Reviewed: 273
Breed Popularity Ranking: 32
Weight: 120 to 230 lb.
Life Expectancy: 6 to 10 years
WONDERING HOW AND WHERE TO FIND A PUPPY TO BUY OR A DOG TO ADOPT? Our Guide will help you find a dog near you. We share the 26 best places to find your perfect pet.
10 – Maltese – $1,200 ($600-$2,340)
Average Price: $1,200
Price Range: $600 – $2,340
Ads Reviewed: 359
Breed Popularity Ranking: 36
Weight: 6 to 8 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 15 years
9 – Yorkshire Terrier – $1,200 ($600-$2,500)
Average Price: $1,200
Price Range: $600 – $2,500
Ads Reviewed: 1,406
Breed Popularity Ranking: 12
Weight: 4 to 10 lb.
Life Expectancy: 11 to 15 years
8 – Rhodesian Ridgeback – $1,250 ($600-$2,000)
Average Price: $1,250
Price Range: $600 – $2,000
Ads Reviewed: 185
Breed Popularity Ranking: 42
Weight: 70 to 85 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 12 years
7 – Bullmastiff – $1,500 ($1,000-$2,200)
Average Price: $1,500
Price Range: $1,000 – $2,200
Ads Reviewed: 131
Breed Popularity Ranking: 52
Weight: 100 to 130 lb.
Life Expectancy: 7 to 9 years
6 – Cane Corso Italiano – $1,500 ($700-$2,500)
Average Price: $1,500
Price Range: $700 – $2,500
Ads Reviewed: 332
Breed Popularity Ranking: 30
Weight: 90 to 115 lb.
Life Expectancy: 9 to 12 years
5 – Cavalier King Charles – $1,500 ($800-$2,500)
Average Price: $1,500
Price Range: $800 – $2,500
Ads Reviewed: 790
Breed Popularity Ranking: 16
Weight: 13 to 18 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 15 years
4 – Samoyed – $1,850 ($1,200-$3,040)
Average Price: $1,850
Price Range: $1,200 – $3,040
Ads Reviewed: 43
Breed Popularity Ranking: 58
Weight: 35 to 65 lb.
Life Expectancy: 12 to 14 years
3 – Portuguese Water Dog – $2,200 ($1,500-$2,890)
Average Price: $2,200
Price Range: $1,500 – $2,890
Ads Reviewed: 132
Breed Popularity Ranking: 49
Weight: 35 to 60 lb.
Life Expectancy: 11 to 13 years
2 – English Bulldog – $2,500 ($1,500-$4,500)
Average Price: $2,500
Price Range: $1,500 – $4,500
Ads Reviewed: 1,573
Breed Popularity Ranking: 5
Weight: 40 to 50 lb.
Life Expectancy: 8 to 10 years
1 – French Bulldog – $2,800 ($1,800-$4,500)
Average Price: $2,800
Price Range: $1,800 – $4,500
Ads Reviewed: 3,716
Breed Popularity Ranking: 4
Weight: 16 to 28 lb.
Life Expectancy: 10 to 10 years
Interested in knowing more about the cost of your favorite breed? Supplies, training, grooming, medical expenses, food, and more… Visit our Breed Page and try our personalized cost calculators to get an accurate estimate of your future expenses.
WONDERING HOW AND WHERE TO FIND A PUPPY TO BUY OR A DOG TO ADOPT? Our Guide will help you find a dog near you. We share the 26 best places to find your perfect pet.
Conclusion
Overall ranking
French Bulldogs, English Bulldogs, Portuguese Water Dogs, Samoyeds, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are the most expensive puppies among the most popular breeds in the US.
On average, the least expensive puppies in the US are Australian Cattle Dogs, Beagles, Siberian Huskies, Border Collies, and Weimaraners, among the 60 most popular breeds in the US.
Small dogs (2-25 lb.) ranking
Top 3 most expensive small puppies on average:
- French Bulldog – $2,800 ($1,800-$4,500)
- Cavalier King Charles – $1,500 ($800-$2,500)
- Yorkshire Terrier – $1,200 ($600-$2,500)
Top 3 least expensive small puppies on average:
- Beagle – $550 ($295-$1,125)
- Cocker Spaniel – $800 ($500-$1,500)
- Chihuahua – $800 ($375-$2,420)
Medium-sized dogs (26-55 lb.) ranking
Top 3 most expensive medium-sized puppies on average:
- English Bulldog – $2,500 ($1,500-$4,500)
- Portuguese Water Dog – $2,200 ($1,500-$2,890)
- Samoyed – $1,850 ($1,200-$3,040)
Top 3 least expensive medium-sized puppies on average:
- Australian Cattle Dog – $450 ($250-$1,200)
- Siberian Husky – $650 ($400-$1,200)
- Border Collie – $700 ($300-$1,000)
Large dogs (56-75 lb.) ranking
Top 3 most expensive large puppies on average:
- Golden Retriever – $1,000 ($700-$2,000)
- Belgian Malinois – $1,000 ($595-$2,000)
- Chesapeake Bay Retriever – $1,000 ($550-$1,200)
Top 3 least expensive large puppies on average:
- Weimaraner – $700 ($500-$1,200)
- German Shorthaired Pointer – $800 ($500-$1,000)
- Dalmatian – $800 ($450-$1,200)
Extra-large dogs (over 75 lb.) ranking
Top 3 most expensive extra-large puppies on average:
- Cane Corso Italiano – $1,500 ($700-$2,500)
- Bullmastiff – $1,500 ($1,000-$2,200)
- Rhodesian Ridgeback – $1,250 ($600-$2,000)
Top 3 least expensive extra-large puppies on average:
- Bloodhound – $750 ($450-$1,200)
- Great Dane – $1,000 ($500-$1,800)
- Akita – $1,000 ($600-$1,980)
WHERE CAN I FIND A DOG?
WHAT SUPPLIES DO I NEED?
WHAT SHOULD I ASK THE VET?
WHERE TO FIND THE BEST PRICES ON DOG FOOD?
Please find all the answers to your questions in our Dog Owner Guide. It’s a 5-minute read packed with useful information.
Why are some puppies more expensive than others?
There are many reasons why some breeds are more expensive than others and why prices vary for puppies of the same breed. Here are the main ones:
- Breed popularity. Most popular breeds tend to be more expensive. It is especially true when considering local prices. For example, smaller dogs will be more popular and expensive in metropolitan areas. The same logic applies to bigger ones in the countryside.
- Purebred vs. mixed breed. Mixed breed puppies are generally less expensive than purebreds.
- Bloodline. If the puppy’s parents are show-quality dogs, the puppy price will be a lot higher. Some puppies will also be registered with a kennel club, adding to the breeder’s expenses. Most pet owners do not need papers/pedigree.
- Breeder. A serious breeder will invest more in the well-being of his dogs. His expenses (medical, food, supplies, etc.) will be higher, reflecting on puppy prices.
- Health screenings. Some puppies will have seen a veterinarian for an exam, deworming, vaccines, and/or microchip implantation before being sold.
- Breed-specific needs. Certain breeds are more likely to require medical expenses to ensure a safe reproduction (c-section, for example) or to stay healthy and, therefore, more expensive to breed.
- Coat color. Rare colors and colors approved by kennel clubs will usually be pricier.
- Age. Older puppies are less expensive than younger ones as most people want to buy their dog as young as possible.
Adopting is a great option
There are many reasons to adopt a dog instead of buying one. We invite our readers to check a fascinating article about the subject by clicking on The Humane Society link below.
Not only adopting save lives as hundreds of thousands of adoptable pets are put to sleep every year in the US because shelters don’t have enough space to keep them; it is also a great way to fight against puppy mills who breed puppies in deplorable conditions. Welcoming an abandoned animal is also a very gratifying experience, and chances are this dog or puppy will already be potty trained and comfortable in a family setting. Finally, adopting is amazingly easy and less pricey than buying.
When buying a dog, always make sure that you get your pet from a serious and responsible breeder. It might be a bit more expensive, but you will drastically decrease the chances of getting an unhealthy or behaviorally troubled dog.
Get Ready to Become a Dog Parent with a Free Audiobook
It is primordial to be ready to raise a dog and develop an harmonious relationship between your furry friend and family members. I would not wait until I have the dog to start this process. See it as a parenting class.
The Complete Guide to Raising the Perfect Pet with Love
Zak George is a fantastic dog trainer and has the most popular training channel on YouTube. I have listened to this audiobook and could not recommend it enough. The great thing is you can listen to it at no cost with a 30-day Amazon Audible free trial. If you already have an account, make it your next pick.
You will learn everything you need to know to raise, train, and care for your dog: from choosing the right puppy, training techniques, picking supplies, finding a vet, selecting the right food, handling behavioral issues, and much more. You can listen and learn so much about raising a dog while going to work, running errands, exercising, etc. This audiobook can definitely make a difference.
If you want to know whether to train your dog yourself or hire a professional and learn about the cost of training classes and supplies, check our article written with a certified dog trainer.
References and Resources
This article is original content from PetBudget.
