Contact lenses can vary a lot in price depending on type, frequency of replacement, brand, and where you buy them. Here’s a practical overview to help you estimate costs. Core answer

• Typical annual cost range for daily disposable lenses: roughly $500–$1,000 per year for both eyes.
• Typical annual cost range for monthly (or biweekly) lenses: roughly $200–$500 per year, plus replacement cases and solutions.
• Specialty lenses (toric for astigmatism, multifocal, or gas-permeable) tend to be at the higher end of those ranges or more.

What drives the price

• Replacement schedule: Daily disposables cost more per lens but require no cleaning or storage, while monthly/biweekly lenses are cheaper per lens but require cleaning and case solutions.
• Brand and material: Premium silicone hydrogel materials, and specialty designs (toric, multifocal) cost more.
• Prescriptions: Some prescriptions require more expensive lenses or higher-wear options.
• Where you buy: Online retailers, big-box opticals, and clinics can have different price points; bulk purchases or promotions can affect the final price.

Ballpark figures by type (shared by popular sources)

• Daily disposable lenses: about $0.60–$1.50 per day per lens pair (roughly $200–$700 per year per eye, depending on the exact brand and pack size).
• Monthly/biweekly lenses: often around $0.30–$0.90 per lens per month per eye, translating to about $200–$500 per year per eye for typical wearers.
• Specialty lenses (toric/multifocal): generally add a noticeable premium per box, sometimes $10–$20 more per box than standard lenses.

Costs to plan for beyond lenses

• Initial fitting or exam: sometimes required when changing lens types or brands, can range from $40–$150 if not covered by insurance.
• Solutions and case: about $20–$60 per year, depending on usage and brand.
• Repairs or replacements: some brands offer replacement guarantees; costs vary.

Tips to save

• Compare per-box prices and calculate annual costs based on your wear pattern (daily vs. monthly) and the number of boxes you use per year.
• Look for bundled deals, membership programs, or mail-order discounts.
• Check if your vision plan or insurance covers part of the cost.
• Consider a trial period with a mid-range brand to avoid overpaying for a setup that doesn’t suit you.

If you’d like, tell me:

• Your typical wear pattern (daily disposables vs. monthly)
• Whether you have astigmatism or presbyopia (toric or multifocal needs)
• Your eye care provider or preferred retailers
  I can tailor a more precise monthly and yearly cost estimate based on those details.