Mustang — cost & care
Hardy, intelligent, independent. Medium feral / stock horse.
A Mustang costs roughly $114,800 over its lifetime (25–30 years), or about $4,030/year: ~$1,690 food, ~$440 insurance, ~$450 routine vet, ~$1,100 farrier. Purchase price runs $125–$5,000.
📍 Costs in USD (United States) — see this breed in another country.
17lb of hay / day (~510 lb/mo)
6.8gallons of water / day
27.5 yraverage lifespan (25–30)
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A Mustang eats ~510 lb/month. Shop medium-breed foodFull cost breakdown
| Item | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Purchase (one-off) | $125–$5,000 |
| Food / year | $1,690 (17 lb hay/day) |
| Pet insurance / year | $440 (est.) |
| Routine vet / year | $450 |
| Farrier / year | $1,100 |
| Supplies & misc / year | $350 |
| Total annual | $4,030 |
| Lifetime total | $114,800 |
Breed stats
| Size | Medium |
| Avg weight | 850 lb |
| Height | 54–60 in |
| Lifespan | 25–30 yrs |
| Group | Feral / Stock |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Temperament & care
| Beginner-friendly | 3/5 |
| Energy | 3/5 |
| Trainability | 3/5 |
| Shedding | 3/5 |
Common health conditions
- Generally hardy
- Hoof problems if unmanaged
How we calculate: food cost = breed weight → vet RER/MER calorie formula → cups/day → US food-price average. Insurance = NAPHIA US average adjusted by breed health-risk tier and size. Estimates — verify with your vet and insurer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Mustang cost per year?
About $4,030 a year — roughly $1,690 food, $440 insurance, $450 vet and $1,100 farrier.
What is the lifetime cost of a Mustang?
Around $114,800 across its 25–30-year lifespan, including purchase and first-year setup.
How much does a Mustang eat?
About 17 lb of hay a day (~510 lb per month).
How much water should a Mustang drink?
About 6.8 gallons of water a day — verify with your vet for your animal.
Is the Mustang hypoallergenic?
No — the Mustang sheds and is not considered hypoallergenic.