How Much Does Horse Boarding Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Horse Boarding Include?
Horse boarding provides stabling, feed, turnout, and basic care for horses at an equestrian facility. Costs vary dramatically based on location, amenities, and level of care included.
The national average cost for horse boarding is $800 per month. Most homeowners pay between $300 and $2,000, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Board type
Pasture only: $200-$500. Stall with turnout: $500-$1,200. Full-service stall: $800-$2,000+. Training board: $1,200-$3,000
Region
Rural Southeast/Midwest: $300-$600. Suburban: $600-$1,200. Northeast/West Coast metro: $1,000-$2,500
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Stall vs pasture board
- ✓Region and facility quality
- ✓Feed included or extra
- ✓Arena access
- ✓Level of care
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Pasture board ($200-$500/mo) is significantly cheaper than full stall board
- 2.Self-care board (you do the daily work) saves $200-$500/month
- 3.Barn work exchange programs reduce monthly costs
- 4.Rural facilities charge 30-50% less than suburban/urban locations
📈 Horse Boarding Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.8% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $679 | — |
| 2021 | $708 | +4.3% |
| 2022 | $754 | +6.5% |
| 2023 | $775 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $800 | +3.2% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Horse Boarding Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $246 | $656 | $1,640 |
| Alaska | $384 | $1,024 | $2,560 |
| Arizona | $285 | $760 | $1,900 |
| Arkansas | $240 | $640 | $1,600 |
| California | $405 | $1,080 | $2,700 |
| Colorado | $324 | $864 | $2,160 |
| Connecticut | $366 | $976 | $2,440 |
| Delaware | $315 | $840 | $2,100 |
| Florida | $294 | $784 | $1,960 |
| Georgia | $270 | $720 | $1,800 |
| Hawaii | $426 | $1,136 | $2,840 |
| Idaho | $276 | $736 | $1,840 |
| Illinois | $315 | $840 | $2,100 |
| Indiana | $264 | $704 | $1,760 |
| Iowa | $258 | $688 | $1,720 |
| Kansas | $255 | $680 | $1,700 |
| Kentucky | $252 | $672 | $1,680 |
| Louisiana | $261 | $696 | $1,740 |
| Maine | $306 | $816 | $2,040 |
| Maryland | $345 | $920 | $2,300 |
| Massachusetts | $390 | $1,040 | $2,600 |
| Michigan | $276 | $736 | $1,840 |
| Minnesota | $306 | $816 | $2,040 |
| Mississippi | $234 | $624 | $1,560 |
| Missouri | $261 | $696 | $1,740 |
| Montana | $285 | $760 | $1,900 |
| Nebraska | $264 | $704 | $1,760 |
| Nevada | $306 | $816 | $2,040 |
| New Hampshire | $336 | $896 | $2,240 |
| New Jersey | $375 | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| New Mexico | $270 | $720 | $1,800 |
| New York | $396 | $1,056 | $2,640 |
| North Carolina | $270 | $720 | $1,800 |
| North Dakota | $270 | $720 | $1,800 |
| Ohio | $270 | $720 | $1,800 |
| Oklahoma | $249 | $664 | $1,660 |
| Oregon | $330 | $880 | $2,200 |
| Pennsylvania | $306 | $816 | $2,040 |
| Rhode Island | $345 | $920 | $2,300 |
| South Carolina | $261 | $696 | $1,740 |
| South Dakota | $255 | $680 | $1,700 |
| Tennessee | $258 | $688 | $1,720 |
| Texas | $279 | $744 | $1,860 |
| Utah | $285 | $760 | $1,900 |
| Vermont | $324 | $864 | $2,160 |
| Virginia | $315 | $840 | $2,100 |
| Washington | $345 | $920 | $2,300 |
| West Virginia | $240 | $640 | $1,600 |
| Wisconsin | $282 | $752 | $1,880 |
| Wyoming | $276 | $736 | $1,840 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does horse boarding typically include?
Full board usually includes a stall, daily feeding (hay and grain), water, daily turnout, stall cleaning, and basic health checks. Extras like farrier, vet, blanketing, and supplements are usually additional costs.
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