Average grooming costs in Florida (2026)
Grooming prices vary widely across Florida. Here's a 2026 reference for what you should expect.
By dog size (storefront salons):
- Toy/small (under 15 lbs): $50–$80
- Small (15–25 lbs): $55–$90
- Medium (25–50 lbs): $70–$110
- Large (50–80 lbs): $90–$140
- Giant (80+ lbs): $130–$200+
By city (small dog full groom average):
- Miami, Naples, Palm Beach: $75–$110
- Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota, Boca Raton: $60–$95
- Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Fort Myers: $50–$80
- Smaller cities and rural areas: $45–$70
Mobile grooming: add 30–50% to storefront prices. A $70 small dog groom is $90–$105 mobile.
Common add-ons: de-shedding $20–$50, teeth brushing $5–$15, anal glands $10–$20, nail grinding $5–$10 (vs. trimming), specialty cuts $20–$40 extra, dyed accents $30–$80.
Severely matted dogs: add $20–$60 for de-matting, or accept a shorter cut for the standard price. Some groomers charge by the time spent.
Tipping: 15–20% is standard for good service in Florida, same as restaurants. Mobile groomers are often tipped less because the price is already higher.
Standing appointments and referral programs save 5–15% over time.