Why Is Adoption So Expensive? The Real Cost Breakdown & What Drives Fees Higher
Why is adoption so expensive? Private domestic adoption costs between $20,000 and $45,000, while foster care adoption may cost less than $2,500. The price difference stems from legal fees ($2,500-$12,000), agency services ($10,000-$25,000), home studies ($900-$3,000), birth mother expenses ($3,000-$15,000+), and court costs. Understanding these expense categories reveals why some adoptions exceed $50,000 while others…
