Bearded dragon price in 2026
A bearded dragon costs $40 to $500 in 2026, and most buyers pay about $80.
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Type the price you were quoted. We compare it to the usual 2026 range of $40 to $500.
What moves the price
- Color and pattern change the price, and rare morphs cost the most.
- Pet stores often charge more than breeders for a plain dragon.
- Age and size matter, because babies usually cost less than adults.
- Rescues charge a small adoption fee and may include some gear.
- The setup, such as the tank, heat and UV lights, is a big extra cost.
- Where you live. Prices in big cities usually run higher than in small towns.
What is included
The price usually covers only the lizard. Some rescues add a little gear. The tank, lights, hides, food and vet care cost extra. Setup alone can run from about $100 to $1,000 or more.
Bearded dragon price by seller
| Where | Price |
|---|---|
| Reptile rescue adoption | $50 to $100 |
| Pet store (Petco and similar) | $60 to $100 |
| Breeder, plain color | $40 to $80 |
| Breeder, specialty morph | $400 to $500 or more |
| Rare morph, top end | $1,000 to $1,200 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: Hepper.
Ways to pay less
- Adopt from a reptile rescue, which usually charges about $50 to $100.
- Buy from a breeder, who may charge 10% to 20% less than a pet store.
- Buy a used tank and gear from local reptile groups instead of new items.
What price guides say
We checked 4 price guides and read every number on their pages. They do not all measure the same thing, so the ranges on this page come from putting them side by side.
- Hepper: How Much Is a Bearded Dragon? Cost Guide (updated Jan 5, 2026)
- Hepper: How Much Are Bearded Dragons at Petco? (updated Jan 5, 2026)
- The Vet Desk: Bearded Dragon Cost (updated Jan 27, 2026 on page)
- TheBeardedDragon.org: Bearded Dragon Costs (undated, references accessed 2022)
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
A bearded dragon costs $40 to $500 in 2026, and most buyers pay about $80. Most people pay about $80 per bearded dragon. The low end is $40 and the high end is $500.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: Color and pattern change the price, and rare morphs cost the most; Pet stores often charge more than breeders for a plain dragon; Age and size matter, because babies usually cost less than adults.
How can I pay less?
Adopt from a reptile rescue, which usually charges about $50 to $100. Buy from a breeder, who may charge 10% to 20% less than a pet store. Buy a used tank and gear from local reptile groups instead of new items.
Where do these numbers come from?
From 4 named price guides: Hepper, Hepper, The Vet Desk, TheBeardedDragon.org. Each one is linked on this page with the date we read it.
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