Crocodile
Estimated Value: $1,100
Other Pet Expenses: food ($20 per month), enclosure ($1,000 or so depending on size)
In Australia, more than a hundred residents are permitted to own pet crocodiles. However, it is illegal to own a crocodile in California and many other states in the U.S. You’ll need several permits to import or export a crocodile from the Northern Territory or if you want to acquire one from the wild. While you can buy a pet crocodile for $1,100 or less, be aware that you should only consider owning this huge reptile if you have the experience and the space to keep one.