Qurbani Cost Calculator 2026

The Qurbani Cost Calculator is a free, browser-based tool that estimates the total cost of an Eid ul Adha sacrifice — cow share, full cow, goat, sheep, or camel — across 9 countries using 2026 market-average rates. It also calculates meat yield in kilograms and the traditional 1/3 distribution between family, relatives, and the poor. Last updated 2026-05.

How Qurbani Cost Varies by Country in 2026

Qurbani cost in 2026 swings widely by country. In Bangladesh, a standard share in a 7-share cow costs around ৳12,000–18,000, with a full cow ranging from ৳80,000 to ৳150,000 at major haats like Gabtoli and Aftabnagar. Pakistan sees a per-share cost of PKR 20,000–35,000, while a healthy full cow runs PKR 150,000–300,000. In the UK, charity-administered qurbani per share starts around £150–180, and a full cow goes for £900–1,200 — Islamic Relief and Muslim Aid publish their 2026 prices each spring.

In the USA, a cow share through Zabiha-halal farms or charities like Helping Hand USA averages $200–280. Saudi Arabia's Adahi scheme (the government-licensed Hajj qurbani) charges SAR 490–820 per sheep with package upgrades. Malaysia, UAE and India sit between these ranges. Rates compiled from charity-published 2026 schedules (Islamic Relief UK, Muslim Hands, Helping Hand for Relief & Development) and reported haat prices from local news in Dhaka, Karachi, and Lahore.

How to Calculate Cost Per Share (7-Share Cow)

According to a sahih hadith (Sahih Muslim 1318), a cow or camel can be shared between up to seven people for qurbani — each person owning an equal one-seventh share. A goat or sheep counts as one share for one person and cannot be shared.

To find your per-share cost: take the total price of the cow, divide by 7, and round up. For example, a ৳105,000 cow split between 7 people costs each person ৳15,000. The meat is also split into seven equal parts after the sacrifice, weighed and bagged at the haat or farm so every shareholder gets the same yield. Always agree on the split (bones included or boneless) before payment to avoid disputes.

Estimated Meat Yield Per Animal

Live weight is not edible weight. After bone, skin, and offal are removed, the dressing percentage for cattle averages 50–55%, sheep 45–50%, and goats 45–48%. For a 300 kg live-weight cow, expect roughly 150 kg of edible meat — about 21 kg per share (7 shareholders). A standard goat or sheep yields 12–18 kg of meat. A camel can produce 200–300 kg of meat and is a 7-share animal. Yields below are based on the USDA Livestock Carcass Yield reference and FAO meat science guidelines.

Tips to Save Money on Qurbani Animals

• Buy 2–3 days before Eid: Prices often drop on the final day at Bangladeshi and Pakistani haats as sellers want to clear stock before going home.
• Form a 7-share group early: Coordinate with family or mosque committee weeks ahead — group buying gives leverage on bulk price.
• Check weight, not just looks: A muscular cow can weigh more than a fat one. Use our Cow Weight Estimator to verify the seller's claim with a measuring tape.
• Compare charity prices vs local farm: Buying through Islamic Relief or Muslim Hands is convenient but pricier than direct from a halal farm in some countries.
• Skip the most expensive day: First day of Eid ul Adha (10 Dhul Hijjah) has highest demand. Qurbani is valid on day 2 and day 3 (11–12 Dhul Hijjah) at lower prices.

Qurbani Meat Distribution: The 1/3 Rule Explained

Islamic tradition recommends dividing qurbani meat into three equal parts: one part for your own family, one part for relatives and friends, and one part for the poor and needy. While the exact 1/3 split is mustahabb (recommended, not obligatory), it ensures the spirit of the sacrifice — sharing food with those who cannot afford meat — is honored. Many families also donate the skin/hide to a charity or madrasa as a separate sadaqah.