The Cost of Beekeeping

(1 Year)

Beekeeping can be an expensive endeavor. Here is a breakdown of costs associated with a single bee hive for a first year beekeeper*:

• Beekeeping 101 Course $50

• Hives with frames $280

• Paint $15, paint brushes $10, nails $5

• Honey bee colony $225

• Hive stand $60

• Uniform, smoker, hive tool $204

• Medication (Norroa, Apigard, Oxalic Acid) $33

• Sugar Water $1/pound/4lbs a week/6 months = $96

• Nutritional additive $26

• Other

  • Jars and labels (varies)

  • Time

  • Gas

Total $1,004*

* Approximate costs, Sources: Mountain Sweet Honey, Mann Lake, Home Depot, Amazon