Common questions that new beekeepers often ask are related to start up costs.  The table below provides a general estimate.

Equipment
Bee Suit:  $75
Smoker: $40
Hive Tool: $10

Hive Equipment
Complete Hive Woodenware package:  $150

Bees
3 Pound Bee Package:  $85
or 
Nucleus Colony:  $125

Complete Hive Package with Bees:  Approx $225 from Local Suppliers

Extracting Equipment
Electric Knife: $85
Extracting Tanks:  $100
Stainless Steel Extractor:  $500