Cost analysis

How much does a 55-gallon FOWLR (Fish Only With Live Rock) cost?

$1200Initial setup
$50Monthly operating
$600Annual cost

Initial setup breakdown

Tank + stand$250-400
Filter (canister or HOB)$100-200
Skimmer (basic)$100-200
Heater + powerheads$100-150
Live rock$200-400
Aragonite sand$30-60
RODI unit$100-200
Initial saltwater$30-80
Test kits$60-100
Initial fish + CUC$150-300

Monthly operating costs

Salt mix (5g/wk)$8-12
RODI water$3-8
Electricity (100-200W)$15-25
Food$8-15
Filter media$3-5

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