How Much Do Ragdoll Cats Cost?

The Ragdoll cat is thought to be one of the largest cat breeds in the world. Their beauty, gentle, affectionate fluffiness, and cuddly personalities make them the ideal cat for a loving family.

In this article, we will explore the associated costs of purchasing a Ragdoll cat, as well as long-term expenses related to owning one, to give you an idea of whether this is the right breed for your budget.

How Much Do Ragdoll Cats Cost?

The cost of a Ragdoll cat can be anywhere from $800 to $3,500 or more depending on several factors such as your geographical location, the breeder, the colors of the pet, and its size. On average, typically Ragdoll kittens can be purchased at the cost of $1,000 to $1,500.

The table below has information on the average cost of a Ragdoll cat based on the breeder’s region:

On the other hand, the Ragdoll cat’s cost is also influenced by its pattern. This can be seen in the table below:

Take into consideration that this breed is a show cat type, and you should expect to pay much more for a show-quality Ragdoll cat.

Being such a popular and loved breed, typically, Ragdoll cats are sold based on different qualities such as Pet Quality, Show Quality, and others. To get an idea about this aspect and its associated costs, we compiled the table below:

These costs are estimates and may also vary depending on the breeder and the breed’s history.

However, Ragdoll cats that are from reputable breeders and with more unique colors, can cost up to $5,000+. For instance, PlaygroundRadoll sells Ragdoll kittens for the cost of $4,000, while mitted kitten costs start from $4,500 and bicolor kittens cost $5,000 or more. They also state that they may occasionally have unique kittens that may cost even $8,000.

According to Ragdollcare, the Flame Point Ragdoll cat cost is usually between $1,000 to $2,500.

On CatPurfect, you can find several Ragdoll kittens for sale from different regions. For example, one breeder sells Ragdoll kittens in New York for prices between $2,500 to $2,800 per kitten, while perfectly marked babies can cost between $2,500 and $3,500, but you can expect to pay even more. The website claims that the average cost of a Ragdoll kitten in New York is between $1,600 to $2,500.

A-Z-Animals.com stated the average estimate for a pure breed Ragdoll kitten is around $2,000, but there are other factors that may influence the cost such as the breeder, and your geographical location. On the other hand, you can adopt a Ragdoll cat, usually an adult for a cost between $50 to 250, as they claimed.

The website CatBreedLists claims that the average cost is between $1,200 and $2,500 but you can expect to pay between $1,500 and $3,000 for a kitten that comes from a high-titled breed.

A reputable breeder from North Carolina sells on its website, CarolinaKits.biz, Ragdoll kittens which cost between $2,000 and $2,800, and each kitten is priced individually based on their markings and breed history.

A Reddit.com member stated that she paid for her Pet quality kittens prices between $1,300 and $1,400. For example, she paid $1,300 for the Chocolate Lynx colorpoint cat, $1,400 for her Chocolate bicolor, and $1,300 for her Flame bicolor cat.

USARagdolls is a breeder located in Texas that sells kittens for costs between $1,400 and $2,500, but you can expect to pay over $3,500 for Breeder Quality and Show Quality Ragdoll cats. However, they may also be able to give retired adult Ragdoll cats for adoption for the cost of around $500.

On RiverSideRads you can find several Ragdoll kittens for sale. For example, a Blue Tortie Mitted Ragdoll kitten is listed at the cost of $2,300 while a Seal Point Ragdoll kitten is $3,200. They say that in order to reserve a Ragdoll kitten a non-refundable deposit of $450 is charged.

Ragdoll Kitten adoption fee inclusions

Typically, a reputable breeder may include the health certificate and guarantee, and the required vaccinations in the adoption fee. Also, in the case of shipping, breeders will usually provide the crate for the proper transportation of the kitten.

Also, some of the breeders will provide the microchipping and the spay or neutering of the cat, and even a bonus pack of food samples and different coupons.

The breeders who provide Cat Show Quality Ragdolls will, on the other hand, include a DNA test to prove the absence of a common genetic heart condition for this breed, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.

Extra costs related to Ragdolls

When purchasing a Ragdoll cat that needs to be shipped via airplane, expect to pay anywhere from $200 to $550 or more for the plane ticket. However, the cost may vary depending on the airline company and on the travel distance.

Pet insurance can be another cost to consider when purchasing a cat. The cost range for pet insurance is usually between $20 and $110 per month.

If the breeder does not include the costs of vaccinations in the adoption fee, expect to pay an additional $100 to $210.

You might also like our articles about the cost of Russian Blue Kittens, Manx Cats, or Scottish Fold Kittens.

Expenses for things such as food, toys, cat litter, and accessories are extra costs that will increase your budget. Depending on your budget and cat’s need, expect to pay from $30 to $200 per month on food, and around $30 to $50 per month on toys and accessories.

Important things about a purebred Ragdoll

The Ragdoll cat breed typically has a semi-sized long coat, that is puffy and silky on touch. Its common colors are cream, chocolate, red (known as the flame point pattern), blue, and lilac. In rare cases, kittens can have an orange-colored coat.

Known as one of the largest cat breeds, the Ragdoll cat can weigh between 12 and 20 pounds, on average. However, females are typically smaller and can weigh between 12 to 15 pounds.

This breed’s life span commonly ranges between 12 to 17 years.

Usually, breeders will let go of the kittens to their new pet owner only after they reach the age of 12 to 16 weeks old.

The Ragdoll breed is highly sociable and adaptable, being able to accept anything from a small apartment to a bigger house that stands across 20 acres as its home.

Their floppy nature is well known and with a rarely aggressive temperament are thought to be an ideal cat for all types of families. Their sociable and lovable traits prevail, making them great companions for children and other pets. This breed will get along even with strangers and will follow their owners everywhere in the house.

You might also be able to find mixes between Ragdoll cats and other breeds. Some of the most common mixes are with Siamese and Himalayan breeds.

Due to the popularity of this breed, some breeders may have a waiting list, so it’s best to inquire early if you’re interested in the cat.

Due to the high cost of the cat, Ragdoll breeders are few in number. However, it is a popular breed, and most of the breeders have a long waiting list. In case you are thinking about adopting one kitten, it is advisable to contact the breeder for an early inquiry.