A monkey as a pet typically costs between $1,500 and over $60,000 depending on the species. Popular species prices are approximately:
- Capuchin monkeys: $5,000 to $7,000
- Squirrel monkeys: $9,000 or more
- Macaques: $4,000 to $8,000
- Spider monkeys: $6,000 to $14,000
- Marmoset monkeys: $1,500 to $2,500
- Tamarin monkeys: $1,500 to $2,500
- Baboons: $3,500 or more
Additional costs include habitat, food, veterinary care, and other supplies, which can add hundreds to thousands of dollars more annually. Monkeys require a lot of care and attention, making their upkeep quite expensive and complex.
Also, in Cockney rhyming slang, "monkey" refers to £500, which is unrelated to the animal's price but might be of interest.
