Mickey Mouse Ears Cost

Mickey Mouse ears are a product that fits perfectly at a Disney-themed party. Maybe you don't want to attract a lot of attention but still want to have something specific to the theme. You will attract attention with this accessory because it will make you look cute and comical. You can match them with whatever you want, as long as you feel good and comfortable. The ears will not cause you any discomfort, and at some point, you will forget that you are wearing them, due to how light they are.

How Much Do Mickey Mouse Ears Cost?

There is a wide range of Mickey Mouse ears on the market, so the costs will vary from one style to another. Depending on the style you choose, plan on spending anywhere between $18 and $30 (≈2 hours of labor required at $15/hour) for a set of Mickey Mouse ears purchased from Disneyland or Disney World.

Also, depending on the style you choose, some hats can be embroidered for a small fee, that is, in general, anywhere between $5 and $10 (≈40 minutes working at a $15/hour wage).

According to a member of the Disney Parks Moms Panel online forum, you should expect to pay anywhere between $17 and $39 (≈2.6 hours at the office earning $15/hour) for a pair of such ears.

According to members of the Trip Advisor website, the cost of an authentic Mickey Mouse hat would be anywhere between $15 and $39 (≈2.6 hours at the office earning $15/hour).

The cost would be much lower if you buy it from a third-party retailer. For instance, you can find sets of 12 basic Mickey Mouse ears on Amazon, with costs of less than $25 (≈1.7 hours of labor required at $15/hour) per set, bringing the price to less than $2.08 per ear.

In the table below you will find the average costs of different types of Mickey Mouse ears sold by Disney.

Type of Mickey Mouse Ears	Cost
Stitch Ear Hat	$25.29 (≈1.7 hours spent earning money at $15/hour)
Sorcerer Mickey	$20.64 (≈1.4 hours spent earning money at $15/hour)
Princess	$25.24 (≈1.7 hours spent earning money at $15/hour)
Plain	$17.24 (≈1.2 hours of your life traded for $15/hour)
Misc. Characters	$21.79 (≈1.5 hours spent earning money at $15/hour)
Minnie Headband	$32.19 (≈2.2 hours at the office earning $15/hour)
Minnie	$20.64 (≈1.4 hours spent earning money at $15/hour)
Mad Hatter	$20.64 (≈1.4 hours spent earning money at $15/hour)
Light-Up Ear Hat	$32.2 (≈2.2 hours at the office earning $15/hour)
Happy Birthday	$35.59 (≈2.4 hours of your life traded for $15/hour)
Grad Cap	$25.24 (≈1.7 hours spent earning money at $15/hour)
Goofy	$29.84 (≈2 hours spent earning money at $15/hour)
Golden Ear Hat with Sequined Bow	$28.69 (≈1.9 hours of your workday at a $15/hour wage)
Baby/Kids	$17.24 (≈1.2 hours of your life traded for $15/hour)
Alice in Wonderland	$22.99 (≈1.5 hours of continuous work at a $15/hour job)

Cost factors

Limited editions

Some Minnie or Mickey Mouse ears are available for a limited period of time, like the Year of the Ear edition. These editions may be more expensive because of their limited supply and highly-collectible features.

Personalization

You can personalize your ear hat for a small fee. This customization may refer to embroidering up to ten characters.

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Material

Mickey Mouse ears may be made of various materials and with different quality levels, depending on the supplier you choose, especially if you buy outside of the official resorts.

Type of ear hat

The cost of Mickey Mouse ears depends on the type of years you want to purchase. For instance, a style-specific tuxedo groom Mickey Mouse ear hat for men will be more expensive than a basic Mouseketeer hat made for an infant, which is smaller. Also, a Mickey Mouse hat for girls may come in the form of a headband. An ear headband with basic frills will cost less than an ear headband with more materials and elaborate designs.

What are the additional costs?

As we mentioned above, you can personalize your Mickey Mouse ear hat for a small fee.

Important things to consider

You can find some styles of Mickey Mouse ear hats only at certain Disney resorts. Research the inventory of a resort ahead of time, to make sure they have the particular set of ears you wish.

When you purchase online, make sure you get your order on time. You surely don't want to receive your Mickey Mouse ear hats after your trip to Disneyland.

Also, when you buy online, do your due diligence about the company’s return and refund policy. There are companies that offer a full refund in case you don’t receive your products in thirty days.

Disney World stores offer more choices than online retailers when it comes to Mickey Mouse ears. Also, they offer you the possibility to customize your own Mickey Mouse hat. Moreover, they have ear hats for different times of the year, which you won’t find online every time.

Also, at Disney, you can find a wide variety of Mickey Mouse ears, that range from simple models with basic colors to more elaborate designs with embroideries and lights.

How can I save money?

In order to save money, Disney visitors recommend looking for these ears at outlet centers and local gift shops outside the resort.

Search for Mickey Mouse ears at online retailers as these have lower prices. Though, if you are going this route, read the reviews to make sure that you purchase a quality product.