Boat storage cost
Storing a boat on its trailer in an outdoor lot costs about $45 to $90 a month. Indoor storage runs $50 to $250, and heated indoor storage $250 to $500. Marina slips and dry stack storage are usually priced per foot.
Quick answer
$45 – $250per month, outdoor to indoor
Outdoor trailer storage costs about $45 to $90 a month, indoor storage up to about $250, and heated indoor storage $250 to $500. Shrink-wrapping for winter adds about $10 to $20 per foot.
Cost by type of boat storage
| Type | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Outdoor lot (on trailer) | $45 – $90 per month ($4 – $7 per foot) |
| Indoor | $50 – $250 per month |
| Heated indoor | $250 – $500 per month |
| Dry stack | $5 – $30 per foot per month |
| Marina wet slip | $10 – $30 per foot per month |
| Shrink wrap | $10 – $20 per foot, per season |
| Boat cover (one time) | $50 – $300 |
Figures vary widely by region and marina; coastal and lake resort areas cost the most.
Which option fits your boat?
- Trailered boats: outdoor lots or indoor units are cheapest. A 10x20 or larger drive-up unit can hold a small boat on a trailer; see 10x20 storage unit: price and what fits.
- Larger boats used often: a marina slip keeps the boat ready to use.
- Off-season in cold climates: indoor or shrink-wrapped outdoor storage prevents freeze and snow damage.
How to save
- Store at a self-storage facility instead of a marina in the off-season.
- Book winter storage early.
- Compare per-foot rates; a few feet of length can change the price.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to store a boat for the winter?
Outdoor storage costs about $45 to $90 a month plus $10 to $20 per foot for shrink wrap; indoor storage costs $50 to $250 a month, and heated indoor $250 to $500.
Can I store a boat in a storage unit?
Small boats on trailers can fit in a 10x20 or larger drive-up unit. Measure the boat, trailer and tongue length first.
Sources
Prices are averages and typical ranges from published storage market data. Rates change often and vary by facility, so confirm prices and fees before you rent. Storage Unit Costs is not a storage company; read our disclaimer.