How Much Does Cat Grooming Cost in North Carolina?

Average prices, service-by-service breakdown, and the cities in North Carolina with active cat groomers.

Average session

$76–$190per visit in North Carolina

Cost Breakdown by Service

Prices adjusted for the North Carolina market.

Bath & brush (basic grooming, nail trim)$76–$114
Full groom (bath, haircut, nails, ears)$114–$171
Lion cut$143–$190
Mat removal (add-on)$19–$48
Mobile grooming (add-on)$24–$48

Local prices can land anywhere inside these ranges depending on the groomer's experience, shop overhead, and your cat's coat.

Cat Grooming Prices by City in North Carolina

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City	Avg session	Active groomers
Raleigh	$76–$190	17	View groomers →
Fayetteville	$76–$190	11	View groomers →
Greensboro	$76–$190	11	View groomers →
Asheville	$76–$190	10	View groomers →
Durham	$76–$190	9	View groomers →
Charlotte	$76–$190	7	View groomers →
Cary	$76–$190	5	View groomers →
Chapel Hill	$76–$190	4	View groomers →
Garner	$76–$190	2	View groomers →
High Point	$76–$190	2	View groomers →
Holly Springs	$76–$190	2	View groomers →
Hope Mills	$76–$190	2	View groomers →
Morrisville	$76–$190	2	View groomers →
Apex	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Candler	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Carrboro	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Fletcher	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Fuquay-Varina	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Jacksonville	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Leicester	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Matthews	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Newport	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Raeford	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Smithfield	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Weaverville	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Willow Spring	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Winston-Salem	$76–$190	1	View groomers →
Woodfin	$76–$190	1	View groomers →

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 North Carolina you live — metro areas run higher than rural

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does cat grooming cost in North Carolina?▾

Cat grooming in North Carolina typically costs $76–$190 per session. Bath & brush (basic grooming, nail trim): $76–$114. Full groom (bath, haircut, nails, ears): $114–$171. Lion cut: $143–$190. Mat removal (add-on): $19–$48. Mobile grooming (add-on): $24–$48.

Why do cat grooming prices vary so much in North Carolina?▾

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. North Carolina sits near the national average, with metro areas trending higher and rural areas lower.

Is mobile cat grooming worth the extra cost?▾

Mobile cat grooming adds roughly $24–$48 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.