How Much Does Hearing Aids Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Hearing Aids Include?
Hearing aids amplify and process sound for people with hearing loss. Modern devices include Bluetooth connectivity, rechargeable batteries, and AI-powered noise cancellation. OTC options are now available.
The national average cost for hearing aids is $4,000 per pair. Most homeowners pay between $1,000 and $8,000, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Level
OTC/basic: $500-$1,500/pair. Mid-range: $2,000-$4,000/pair. Premium: $4,000-$7,000/pair. Top-tier: $6,000-$8,000+/pair
Style
Behind-the-ear (BTE): most affordable. Receiver-in-canal (RIC): mid-range. In-the-ear (ITE): mid-range. Completely-in-canal (CIC): premium
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Technology level
- ✓Style (behind-ear vs in-ear)
- ✓Features
- ✓Professional fitting
- ✓Insurance coverage
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.OTC hearing aids ($500-$1,500/pair) now available without a prescription for mild-moderate loss
- 2.Costco hearing centers offer premium aids at 40-50% less than audiologists
- 3.VA provides free hearing aids to eligible veterans
- 4.Check if your insurance covers hearing aids — many plans now include some coverage
📈 Hearing Aids Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.8% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $3,397 | — |
| 2021 | $3,540 | +4.2% |
| 2022 | $3,770 | +6.5% |
| 2023 | $3,876 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $4,000 | +3.2% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Hearing Aids 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 | $820 | $3,280 | $6,560 |
| Alaska | $1,280 | $5,120 | $10,240 |
| Arizona | $950 | $3,800 | $7,600 |
| Arkansas | $800 | $3,200 | $6,400 |
| California | $1,350 | $5,400 | $10,800 |
| Colorado | $1,080 | $4,320 | $8,640 |
| Connecticut | $1,220 | $4,880 | $9,760 |
| Delaware | $1,050 | $4,200 | $8,400 |
| Florida | $980 | $3,920 | $7,840 |
| Georgia | $900 | $3,600 | $7,200 |
| Hawaii | $1,420 | $5,680 | $11,360 |
| Idaho | $920 | $3,680 | $7,360 |
| Illinois | $1,050 | $4,200 | $8,400 |
| Indiana | $880 | $3,520 | $7,040 |
| Iowa | $860 | $3,440 | $6,880 |
| Kansas | $850 | $3,400 | $6,800 |
| Kentucky | $840 | $3,360 | $6,720 |
| Louisiana | $870 | $3,480 | $6,960 |
| Maine | $1,020 | $4,080 | $8,160 |
| Maryland | $1,150 | $4,600 | $9,200 |
| Massachusetts | $1,300 | $5,200 | $10,400 |
| Michigan | $920 | $3,680 | $7,360 |
| Minnesota | $1,020 | $4,080 | $8,160 |
| Mississippi | $780 | $3,120 | $6,240 |
| Missouri | $870 | $3,480 | $6,960 |
| Montana | $950 | $3,800 | $7,600 |
| Nebraska | $880 | $3,520 | $7,040 |
| Nevada | $1,020 | $4,080 | $8,160 |
| New Hampshire | $1,120 | $4,480 | $8,960 |
| New Jersey | $1,250 | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| New Mexico | $900 | $3,600 | $7,200 |
| New York | $1,320 | $5,280 | $10,560 |
| North Carolina | $900 | $3,600 | $7,200 |
| North Dakota | $900 | $3,600 | $7,200 |
| Ohio | $900 | $3,600 | $7,200 |
| Oklahoma | $830 | $3,320 | $6,640 |
| Oregon | $1,100 | $4,400 | $8,800 |
| Pennsylvania | $1,020 | $4,080 | $8,160 |
| Rhode Island | $1,150 | $4,600 | $9,200 |
| South Carolina | $870 | $3,480 | $6,960 |
| South Dakota | $850 | $3,400 | $6,800 |
| Tennessee | $860 | $3,440 | $6,880 |
| Texas | $930 | $3,720 | $7,440 |
| Utah | $950 | $3,800 | $7,600 |
| Vermont | $1,080 | $4,320 | $8,640 |
| Virginia | $1,050 | $4,200 | $8,400 |
| Washington | $1,150 | $4,600 | $9,200 |
| West Virginia | $800 | $3,200 | $6,400 |
| Wisconsin | $940 | $3,760 | $7,520 |
| Wyoming | $920 | $3,680 | $7,360 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are OTC hearing aids good enough?
For mild to moderate hearing loss, OTC aids can be very effective and save thousands. For severe loss, complex listening needs, or tinnitus, professionally fitted devices are recommended. An audiogram ($50-$250) helps determine what you need.
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