Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in AUD · Recall feed checked daily
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Neuter (male) cost across Australia

Castration of a male cat, including anaesthesia and monitoring.

A$140–A$330national typical range (AUD)
Sydneymost expensive city
Hobartleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

SydneyA$285
MelbourneA$265
CanberraA$260
PerthA$240
BrisbaneA$240
DarwinA$240
GeelongA$240
Gold CoastA$235
CairnsA$235
TownsvilleA$230
Save money

Ways to pay less

  • Neutering before spraying starts is far easier than trying to stop the habit later.
  • Many shelters include the neuter in the adoption fee.
Full table

All 16 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Sydney NSWA$170–A$400
Melbourne VICA$160–A$370
Canberra ACTA$155–A$365
Perth WAA$145–A$340
Brisbane QLDA$140–A$330
Darwin NTA$140–A$330
Geelong VICA$140–A$330
Gold Coast QLDA$140–A$325
Cairns QLDA$140–A$325
Townsville QLDA$140–A$325
Ballarat VICA$135–A$320
Newcastle NSWA$135–A$315
Toowoomba QLDA$135–A$315
Bendigo VICA$135–A$315
Adelaide SAA$135–A$310
Hobart TASA$130–A$305
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of neuter (male) in Australia?

Nationally A$140–A$330 in 2026. Sydney is the most expensive city we track; Hobart the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover neuter (male)?

Usually not, unless you add a wellness/routine-care rider.

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