It depends a lot on where you live. If you don't live in the iguana's native habitat, you will need to simulate the habitat with artificial lighting, heating, and humidity. read more
I have had an iguana for 13 years and estimate that I have spent about $11,000 in heating, lighting, food, housing, and vet care (broken out below). I feed him veggies from the grocery store and he doesn’t live in a fancy cage (he lives in my breakfast nook) so I don’t think this is just a case of me pampering him. read more
Pet stores sell baby iguanas for $15-20, but the ones from pet stores are often stressed, ill, and full of parasites, requiring a larger initial vet bill. Rescues and shelters have healthy iguanas available, usually for a low adoption fee of $10 or $20. read more