How Much Does Cat Grooming Cost in New Jersey?
Average prices, service-by-service breakdown, and the cities in New Jersey with active cat groomers.
Updated
Average session
$92–$230per visit in New Jersey
Cost Breakdown by Service
Prices adjusted for the New Jersey market.
Bath & brush (basic grooming, nail trim)
Low to high$92–$138
Full groom (bath, haircut, nails, ears)
Low to high$138–$207
Lion cut
Low to high$173–$230
Mat removal (add-on)
Low to high$23–$57
Mobile grooming (add-on)
Low to high$29–$57
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bath & brush (basic grooming, nail trim) | $92 | $115 | $138 |
| Full groom (bath, haircut, nails, ears) | $138 | $173 | $207 |
| Lion cut | $173 | $202 | $230 |
| Mat removal (add-on) | $23 | $40 | $57 |
| Mobile grooming (add-on) | $29 | $43 | $57 |
Local prices can land anywhere inside these ranges depending on the groomer's experience, shop overhead, and your cat's coat.
How we estimate: Ranges are built from our directory of 1,700+ cat grooming listings across all 50 states, adjusted for the New Jersey market, then cross-checked against published salon menus and mobile-grooming rates. We review pricing quarterly.
Cat Grooming Prices by City in New Jersey
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Newark$92–$2305 groomersJersey City$92–$2304 groomersUnion$92–$2304 groomersCliffside Park$92–$2303 groomersElizabeth$92–$2303 groomersCherry Hill Township$92–$2302 groomersEast Rutherford$92–$2302 groomersFair Lawn$92–$2302 groomersHamilton Township$92–$2302 groomersHopewell$92–$2302 groomersNorth Bergen$92–$2302 groomersSpringfield$92–$2302 groomersUnion City$92–$2302 groomersBayonne$92–$2301 groomersBelleville$92–$2301 groomersBelmar$92–$2301 groomersBloomfield$92–$2301 groomersBradley Beach$92–$2301 groomersClark$92–$2301 groomersEast Brunswick$92–$2301 groomersEatontown$92–$2301 groomersEdison$92–$2301 groomersEnglewood Cliffs$92–$2301 groomersEwing Township$92–$2301 groomersFort Lee$92–$2301 groomersGarfield$92–$2301 groomersGarwood$92–$2301 groomersHaddonfield$92–$2301 groomersHamilton Square$92–$2301 groomersHighlands$92–$2301 groomersHillsdale$92–$2301 groomersIrvington$92–$2301 groomersKenilworth$92–$2301 groomersLake Hiawatha$92–$2301 groomersLanding$92–$2301 groomersLawrence Township$92–$2301 groomersLinden$92–$2301 groomersLittle Ferry$92–$2301 groomersLyndhurst$92–$2301 groomersMaplewood$92–$2301 groomersMillburn$92–$2301 groomersMt Arlington$92–$2301 groomersNorth Brunswick Township$92–$2301 groomersPalisades Park$92–$2301 groomersPlainfield$92–$2301 groomersPrinceton$92–$2301 groomersShort Hills$92–$2301 groomersSouth Plainfield$92–$2301 groomersSouth River$92–$2301 groomersSparta$92–$2301 groomersSummit$92–$2301 groomersTeaneck$92–$2301 groomersToms River$92–$2301 groomersTrenton$92–$2301 groomersTurnersville$92–$2301 groomersWayne$92–$2301 groomersWest New York$92–$2301 groomersWest Windsor Township$92–$2301 groomers
| City | Avg session | Active groomers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | $92–$230 | 5 | View groomers → |
| Jersey City | $92–$230 | 4 | View groomers → |
| Union | $92–$230 | 4 | View groomers → |
| Cliffside Park | $92–$230 | 3 | View groomers → |
| Elizabeth | $92–$230 | 3 | View groomers → |
| Cherry Hill Township | $92–$230 | 2 | View groomers → |
| East Rutherford | $92–$230 | 2 | View groomers → |
| Fair Lawn | $92–$230 | 2 | View groomers → |
| Hamilton Township | $92–$230 | 2 | View groomers → |
| Hopewell | $92–$230 | 2 | View groomers → |
| North Bergen | $92–$230 | 2 | View groomers → |
| Springfield | $92–$230 | 2 | View groomers → |
| Union City | $92–$230 | 2 | View groomers → |
| Bayonne | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Belleville | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Belmar | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Bloomfield | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Bradley Beach | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Clark | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| East Brunswick | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Eatontown | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Edison | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Englewood Cliffs | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Ewing Township | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Fort Lee | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Garfield | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Garwood | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Haddonfield | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Hamilton Square | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Highlands | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Hillsdale | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Irvington | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Kenilworth | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Lake Hiawatha | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Landing | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Lawrence Township | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Linden | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Little Ferry | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Lyndhurst | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Maplewood | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Millburn | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Mt Arlington | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| North Brunswick Township | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Palisades Park | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Plainfield | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Princeton | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Short Hills | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| South Plainfield | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| South River | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Sparta | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Summit | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Teaneck | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Toms River | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Trenton | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Turnersville | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| Wayne | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| West New York | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
| West Windsor Township | $92–$230 | 1 | View groomers → |
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Cost by Breed
Coat type is the single biggest price driver. Long-haired and double-coated breeds take more time, so they sit at the top of these ranges. See the grooming guide for your cat's breed:
What Affects Cat Grooming Prices?
- Coat length and condition (matting adds time and cost)
- Cat size and temperament
- Service type — bath only vs a full groom with haircut
- Mobile grooming vs a salon visit
- Where in New Jersey you live — metro areas run higher than rural
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does cat grooming cost in New Jersey?▾
Cat grooming in New Jersey typically costs $92–$230 per session. Bath & brush (basic grooming, nail trim): $92–$138. Full groom (bath, haircut, nails, ears): $138–$207. Lion cut: $173–$230. Mat removal (add-on): $23–$57. Mobile grooming (add-on): $29–$57.
Why do cat grooming prices vary so much in New Jersey?▾
Several factors affect the price: coat length and condition, cat size and temperament, service type (bath only vs full groom), mobile vs salon, and location within the state. New Jersey runs above the national average because of higher cost of living, especially in metro areas.
Is mobile cat grooming worth the extra cost?▾
Mobile cat grooming adds roughly $29–$57 to the price of a standard appointment. It can be worth it for anxious cats that stress on car rides, kittens, seniors, or households with multiple cats scheduled back-to-back.
How often should a cat be professionally groomed?▾
Most short-haired cats do well with a professional grooming every 6–8 weeks. Long-haired breeds like Persians and Maine Coons usually need service every 4–6 weeks to prevent matting.