Cheapest clay cat litter by price per pound
Clay is the traditional litter material, and the clay cat litter listings here are the ones whose titles say clay or bentonite. This page ranks 41 such listings by price per pound, with a median of $1.39 per lb, from jugs to 40 lb bags. Many clay litters do not name their material in the title, so they sit on the clumping and brand pages instead. Bentonite cat litter is included here too.
- 41listings
- $0.36/lbcheapest
- $1.39/lbmedian
- 42 lblargest bag
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Lowest price per lb among named brands.
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Value map: bag size against price
Each dot is one listing. 41 of 41 listings state a bag weight. Among listings at or above the median bag weight (20 lb), the cheapest is Golden Cat 702003 Tidy Cats Odor Control Clay Litter, 40-Pound at $0.36/lb.
Price per lb by bag size (single bags)
40 lb listings have the lowest median price per lb here ($0.87, from 8 listings). Bag sizes with fewer than 3 listings are left out.
How prices are spread
Half of the 41 listings cost between $0.95 and $1.73 per lb; the median is $1.39. A listing in the left-hand bars is cheap for this category.
How to choose clay cat litter
What to look for
- Price per pound, not bag price: a 40 lb bag at a higher price can still cost less per lb than a 14 lb jug. The $/lb column does the division for you.
- Clumping or non-clumping: both are sold as clay, and the title usually says which. Use the Clumping filter.
- Scent: scented and unscented versions are priced side by side, so filter on Scent before you compare.
- Bag size and storage: large bags cost less per lb in these listings, but check you can lift and store one.
- Check the maker's directions on the product page. This site does not give veterinary or health advice.
Suits
Buyers comparing the usual bagged litters on price alone.
May not suit
You want a plant-based or crystal litter. See natural cat litter and silica cat litter.
Clay price snapshot
Price per lb by weight
| Weight | Listings | Cheapest | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 lb | 6 | $1.62 | $2.05 |
| 14 lb | 3 | $1.72 | $1.73 |
| 18 lb | 5 | $0.72 | $1.39 |
| 20 lb | 15 | $0.72 | $1.30 |
| 40 lb | 8 | $0.36 | $0.84 |
Most listed brands
| Brand | Listings | Cheapest | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Elsey's | 5 | $0.57 | $0.72 |
| Special | 3 | $0.86 | $1.15 |
| SANDY | 3 | $1.18 | $1.18 |
| CatBoom | 3 | $1.40 | $2.15 |
Quick facts
- Middle 80% of prices: $0.77 to $2.50 per lb
- Typical listing: 20 lb for $25.99
- 18 brands with listings here
- Median bag size: 20 lb (41 listings state one)
- 100% of listings name a litter material
- 5% are labeled lightweight
How Clay compares
| Category | Listings | Cheapest | Median | vs Clay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clay (this page) | 41 | $0.36 | $1.39 | — |
| Natural / plant-based | 290 | $0.74 | $2.28 | +64% |
| Tofu | 153 | $1.02 | $2.52 | +81% |
| Silica / crystal | 91 | $1.25 | $2.79 | +101% |
| Clumping | 370 | $0.43 | $1.83 | +32% |
| Lightweight | 66 | $0.89 | $2.25 | +62% |
| All cat litter | 650 | $0.31 | $2.05 | +47% |
Median price per lb across current listings. "vs" shows each row's median against Clay.
Frequently asked questions
Is clay cat litter cheaper than other types?
In our listings, yes. Clay listings that name their material have a median of $1.39 per lb, against $2.79 for silica and $2.28 for natural and plant-based litters.
Why are so many litters not on this page?
Only titles that say clay or bentonite are counted. Many popular clumping litters do not name their material in the title, so we do not guess; they appear under clumping cat litter and on their brand pages.
How much does clay cat litter cost per lb?
Across 41 listings, the middle 80% range from about $0.77 to $2.50 per lb, with a median of $1.39. Prices change often, so check the current price on Amazon before you buy.
What is the cheapest clay cat litter per lb right now?
At the last update it is Golden Cat 702003 Tidy Cats Odor Control Clay Litter, 40-Pound, at $0.36 per lb. The cheapest listing is not always the right buy, so compare bag size, litter type and the label.