cost to raise chickens
The approximate costs to raise 3 hens would be: 1  Chickens: $3 - $30 per chicken depending on age, breed etc. 2  Coop: Free (recycled materials) to $2,000 & up (new & fancy). 3  Feed approximately $15.00 per month. 4  Miscellaneous $10.00 per month.f you decide to raise chicks you will need a brooder for them. A basic pre-made brooder will cost you between $75.00 and $100.00. Most chicken owners build their own or improvise brooders out of a large range of items.