How Much Does Hair Transplant Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Hair Transplant Include?
Hair transplant surgery moves hair follicles from a donor area (usually the back of the head) to thinning or bald areas. Modern techniques (FUE and FUT) produce natural-looking results that grow permanently in the new location.
The national average cost for hair transplant is $8,000 per procedure. Most homeowners pay between $4,000 and $15,000, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Number of Grafts
1,000 grafts: $4,000-$6,000. 2,000 grafts: $6,000-$10,000. 3,000+ grafts: $10,000-$18,000
Technique
FUE (follicular unit extraction): $5-$10/graft. FUT (strip): $3-$6/graft
Surgeon
Board-certified dermatologist/surgeon with hair specialization commands premium pricing
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Number of grafts needed
- ✓Technique (FUE vs FUT)
- ✓Surgeon expertise
- ✓Geographic location
- ✓Extent of hair loss
- ✓Donor hair availability
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.FUT (strip method) is typically 20-40% cheaper than FUE for the same number of grafts
- 2.Consider getting a consultation from multiple surgeons — pricing varies significantly
- 3.Some clinics offer per-graft pricing ($3-$8/graft) which is more transparent
- 4.Early treatment (Norwood 2-3) needs fewer grafts (1,000-1,500) vs advanced loss (3,000-5,000)
📈 Hair Transplant Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.7% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $6,796 | — |
| 2021 | $7,081 | +4.2% |
| 2022 | $7,541 | +6.5% |
| 2023 | $7,752 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $8,000 | +3.2% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Hair Transplant Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $3,280 | $6,560 | $12,300 |
| Alaska | $5,120 | $10,240 | $19,200 |
| Arizona | $3,800 | $7,600 | $14,250 |
| Arkansas | $3,200 | $6,400 | $12,000 |
| California | $5,400 | $10,800 | $20,250 |
| Colorado | $4,320 | $8,640 | $16,200 |
| Connecticut | $4,880 | $9,760 | $18,300 |
| Delaware | $4,200 | $8,400 | $15,750 |
| Florida | $3,920 | $7,840 | $14,700 |
| Georgia | $3,600 | $7,200 | $13,500 |
| Hawaii | $5,680 | $11,360 | $21,300 |
| Idaho | $3,680 | $7,360 | $13,800 |
| Illinois | $4,200 | $8,400 | $15,750 |
| Indiana | $3,520 | $7,040 | $13,200 |
| Iowa | $3,440 | $6,880 | $12,900 |
| Kansas | $3,400 | $6,800 | $12,750 |
| Kentucky | $3,360 | $6,720 | $12,600 |
| Louisiana | $3,480 | $6,960 | $13,050 |
| Maine | $4,080 | $8,160 | $15,300 |
| Maryland | $4,600 | $9,200 | $17,250 |
| Massachusetts | $5,200 | $10,400 | $19,500 |
| Michigan | $3,680 | $7,360 | $13,800 |
| Minnesota | $4,080 | $8,160 | $15,300 |
| Mississippi | $3,120 | $6,240 | $11,700 |
| Missouri | $3,480 | $6,960 | $13,050 |
| Montana | $3,800 | $7,600 | $14,250 |
| Nebraska | $3,520 | $7,040 | $13,200 |
| Nevada | $4,080 | $8,160 | $15,300 |
| New Hampshire | $4,480 | $8,960 | $16,800 |
| New Jersey | $5,000 | $10,000 | $18,750 |
| New Mexico | $3,600 | $7,200 | $13,500 |
| New York | $5,280 | $10,560 | $19,800 |
| North Carolina | $3,600 | $7,200 | $13,500 |
| North Dakota | $3,600 | $7,200 | $13,500 |
| Ohio | $3,600 | $7,200 | $13,500 |
| Oklahoma | $3,320 | $6,640 | $12,450 |
| Oregon | $4,400 | $8,800 | $16,500 |
| Pennsylvania | $4,080 | $8,160 | $15,300 |
| Rhode Island | $4,600 | $9,200 | $17,250 |
| South Carolina | $3,480 | $6,960 | $13,050 |
| South Dakota | $3,400 | $6,800 | $12,750 |
| Tennessee | $3,440 | $6,880 | $12,900 |
| Texas | $3,720 | $7,440 | $13,950 |
| Utah | $3,800 | $7,600 | $14,250 |
| Vermont | $4,320 | $8,640 | $16,200 |
| Virginia | $4,200 | $8,400 | $15,750 |
| Washington | $4,600 | $9,200 | $17,250 |
| West Virginia | $3,200 | $6,400 | $12,000 |
| Wisconsin | $3,760 | $7,520 | $14,100 |
| Wyoming | $3,680 | $7,360 | $13,800 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are hair transplant results permanent?
Yes — transplanted hair follicles are taken from areas genetically resistant to balding. The transplanted hair grows permanently. However, existing non-transplanted hair may continue to thin, so some patients need additional procedures.
How long does it take to see hair transplant results?
Transplanted hair falls out at 2-4 weeks (normal), then new growth begins at 3-4 months. Noticeable results appear at 6-9 months, with full results at 12-18 months.
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