How Much Does a Farrier Cost? Trim and Shoeing Prices (2026)

How much does a farrier cost? Among the farriers listed on Barnmap, the 21 that publish a trim price list between $20 and $85 per trim, with a median of $55. The 10 that publish a price per set list between $60 and $250, with a median of $122. These are prices published by establishments on their own websites and listed on Barnmap as of October 2026, and they rest on few establishments, so use them as examples and confirm the current farrier cost with the business.

How much does a farrier cost for a trim or shoeing?

The chart shows the lowest, median and highest price that listed farriers publish for each service, with the number of establishments behind each row. A farrier that publishes more than one kind of price appears in more than one row, so do not add the rows together to count establishments. Four more establishments publish a price for another kind of service, which the chart leaves out.

Prices published by establishments and listed on Barnmap as of October 2026.

The median is the middle price: half of the establishments list less and half list more. For trims, the middle half of the 21 prices fall between $45 and $70. For sets, the middle half of the 10 prices fall between $100 and $140.

The other 82 listed farriers do not publish a price on their websites, so we show none for them. To see who is listed, browse all farriers on Barnmap, or go straight to farriers in Texas (18 listed), California, Colorado or Minnesota (6 each), Florida (5), or Georgia, Virginia, Ohio, Kansas, New York, New Jersey or Washington (4 each). These are the states with the most listed farriers; the other 23 states have between 1 and 3 each, and the all-farriers page links to them.

What do individual farriers list on Barnmap?

This table names some of the establishments behind the figures above, in alphabetical order, with the prices each one publishes: the five lowest trim prices, the five lowest per-set prices and all three per-visit prices. The other 16 trim prices, up to $85, and the other 5 per-set prices, up to $250, are not named here, and a business may publish prices that this table does not show. Prices published by establishments and listed on Barnmap as of October 2026.

A listed price says what a business publishes, nothing more. If you want recommendations rather than a price list, see Barnmap Picks.

How often should you get a farrier?

The number of visits drives your yearly farrier cost. Utah State University Extension says unshod horses with no or light use need trimming about every 10 to 12 weeks, while performance horses may need it every 5 to 7 weeks. For shod horses it gives every 6 to 8 weeks. New Mexico State University Extension’s horse ownership guide gives a trimming interval of 8 to 10 weeks.

Utah State University Extension lists what changes how fast hooves grow, and so how often a horse needs a visit.

• Age: younger horses grow hoof faster than older horses.
• Climate: growth slows in cold winter months.
• Terrain: soft pasture shows more growth, and harder ground gives more natural wear.
• Nutrition and exercise also affect hoof growth.

How much does a farrier cost per year?

The yearly cost of a farrier is the price per visit times the number of visits in a year, plus any extras. We do not calculate a yearly figure from the prices we list, because they rest on too few establishments. The table shows what other sources report.

The figures differ widely because the sources describe different horses, years and places. Bob Coleman, an equine extension specialist at the University of Kentucky, told The Horse that he has paid from $50 for a trim to $150 for front shoes, and that the price rises quickly for anything special. Use these numbers as a range to plan around, then replace them with your own farrier’s quote.

What affects farrier costs and prices?

A farrier price depends on the work and on the business. These are the factors the sources and the listings point to.

• The service. Among the prices we list, a trim sits well below a set of shoes, as the chart above shows.
• Special work. Coleman says the price goes up rather quickly for anything special.
• Experience. The Horse notes that farriers with more expertise and experience probably charge higher fees.
• Travel. 37 of the 106 listed farriers say they travel to the client. Ask whether a trip charge applies.
• Emergencies. 15 of the 106 advertise 24/7 emergency calls. Ask about emergency availability and rates.

Counts of the 106 farriers listed on Barnmap, from what each business says on its own website, as of October 2026.

Should you tip your farrier?

Tipping is a personal choice, and none of the sources we used sets a rule or an amount. The price the farrier quotes is what you owe, and Utah State University Extension lists paying promptly among an owner’s responsibilities. If you are unsure, ask about payment terms when you book.

How to tell if a farrier is good?

The Horse suggests asking your barn manager, trainer or facility staff for recommendations, ideally from people in your discipline, and asking your veterinarian, especially if your horse needs therapeutic shoeing. At the first appointment, it advises watching whether the farrier examines your horse’s feet and movement and stays patient with the horse.

• Ask your barn manager, trainer or veterinarian for referrals.
• Look for American Farrier’s Association credentials.
• Ask about prices for trims, resets and new shoes, payment terms and emergency visits.
• Ask how far ahead you should call to book.
• At the first visit, watch how the farrier examines the feet and handles your horse.

Farriers do not have to earn a specialized degree to practice, so credentials are one way to compare training. Some Barnmap listings mention one: among the 106 listed farriers, the titles establishments cite include CJF (4 establishments) and Certified Farrier (3). CJF stands for Certified Journeyman Farrier. A title shows what a farrier has completed, not how the farrier will work with your horse. For recommendations, see Barnmap Picks.

How many years of school does it take to be a farrier?

There is no fixed number of years. The Horse says farriers do not have to earn a specialized degree. Farrier schools can be short: Montana State University’s MSU Farrier School runs a 12-week course that prepares graduates for the American Farrier’s Association Certified Farrier (CF) exam.

The Horse describes the AFA path as three levels, with specialty endorsements added after them.

1. Intern
2. Certified Farrier (CF)
3. Certified Journeyman Farrier (CJF)
4. Therapeutic or Educator endorsement

How do you compare farrier quotes?

Compare the same service from each business, and use the farrier price as one input next to credentials, availability and references.

1. Shortlist farriers near you

   Browse farriers on Barnmap or your state page, and note which establishments publish a price.

2. Ask what the price covers

   Ask whether the quote is per trim or per set, and whether travel or extras are included.

3. Ask for referrals and credentials

   Check references with your barn manager or trainer, and ask about AFA credentials.

4. Book a first visit

   Watch the work, then decide whether to book the next visit.

For more on what a farrier does, read what is a farrier. For the basics of caring for your horse’s feet between visits, see horse hoof care, and browse all Barnmap guides.

This guide is general information for horse owners, not veterinary or legal advice. Prices come from what establishments publish on their own websites, as listed on Barnmap on the date shown. How we check