The short answer
Most Miniature Schnauzer breeders in the US charge between $1,500 and $3,000 for a puppy. The typical price, $2,000, makes the Mini Schnauzer the 17th cheapest of the 53 breeds we checked. The most common price band is $1,500 to $1,999, where 8 of the 21 breeders are; one in ten asks less than $1,500 and one in ten more than $4,200. Of the 221 Miniature Schnauzer breeders we list, 21 publish a price on their own website; most of the rest ask families to call or apply first.
From the puppy prices published by 21 Miniature Schnauzer breeders in 14 states on their own websites, November 2026. Deposits, shipping, stud fees and breeding rights are left out, and only breeders of a single breed count.
How the prices spread
- Under $1,5002
- $1,500 to $1,9998
- $2,000 to $2,4992
- $2,500 to $2,9993
- $3,000 to $3,4993
- $3,500 to $3,9990
- $4,000 to $4,4991
- $4,500 and more2
Number of breeders in each price band.
Where these prices come from
Texas 6 breeders, typical $2,050Tennessee 2 breedersFlorida 2 breedersNew Jersey 1 breederMassachusetts 1 breederVirginia 1 breederWest Virginia 1 breederAlabama 1 breederMississippi 1 breederGeorgia 1 breederWhat changes the price
The parents. Health-tested and titled parents usually mean a higher price.
Registration. Pet puppies usually come with limited registration; breeding rights cost more.
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Questions
How much is a Mini Schnauzer puppy?
Most Miniature Schnauzer breeders in the US charge between $1,500 and $3,000 for a puppy. The typical price is $2,000, the 17th cheapest of the 53 breeds we checked, based on the prices 21 breeders in 14 states publish on their own websites (November 2026).
Is a Mini Schnauzer more expensive than similar breeds?
A Mini Schnauzer typically costs $2,000. Corgi ($2,000), Maltese ($2,000) and Jack Russell ($2,000) cost about the same. Across all breeds, the typical puppy from a breeder costs $2,500.
Where are Mini Schnauzer puppies cheaper?
Where enough breeders publish a price: Texas $2,050. Prices follow local demand, so driving a few hours can change the price.
Is a cheap Mini Schnauzer puppy a scam?
Not always, but a Miniature Schnauzer offered well below $1,500 is a warning sign, especially if the seller cannot meet in person or on a live video call, or wants payment by wire, gift card, Zelle or crypto before you see the puppy.