How Much Does Locksmith Service Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Locksmith Service Include?
Locksmith services include lockouts, rekeying, lock replacement, key duplication, and security upgrades. Emergency and after-hours calls cost significantly more.
The national average cost for locksmith service is $150 per service. Most homeowners pay between $50 and $300, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Service
Lockout: $50-$150. Rekey: $15-$25 per lock. New lock install: $50-$150 per lock. Emergency: add $50-$100
Type
Basic deadbolt: $50-$100. Smart lock: $150-$350 installed. High-security: $150-$300 per lock
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Service type
- ✓Time of day (emergency premium)
- ✓Lock type and quality
- ✓Number of locks
- ✓Travel distance
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Rekeying is much cheaper than replacing locks
- 2.Call during business hours to avoid emergency surcharges
- 3.Ask for a firm quote before work begins — some locksmiths add surprise fees
- 4.Get spare keys made at a hardware store for $2-$5 instead of a locksmith
📈 Locksmith Service Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +18.1% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $127 | — |
| 2021 | $132 | +3.9% |
| 2022 | $141 | +6.8% |
| 2023 | $145 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $150 | +3.4% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Locksmith Service 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 | $41 | $123 | $246 |
| Alaska | $64 | $192 | $384 |
| Arizona | $48 | $143 | $285 |
| Arkansas | $40 | $120 | $240 |
| California | $68 | $203 | $405 |
| Colorado | $54 | $162 | $324 |
| Connecticut | $61 | $183 | $366 |
| Delaware | $53 | $158 | $315 |
| Florida | $49 | $147 | $294 |
| Georgia | $45 | $135 | $270 |
| Hawaii | $71 | $213 | $426 |
| Idaho | $46 | $138 | $276 |
| Illinois | $53 | $158 | $315 |
| Indiana | $44 | $132 | $264 |
| Iowa | $43 | $129 | $258 |
| Kansas | $43 | $128 | $255 |
| Kentucky | $42 | $126 | $252 |
| Louisiana | $44 | $131 | $261 |
| Maine | $51 | $153 | $306 |
| Maryland | $57 | $173 | $345 |
| Massachusetts | $65 | $195 | $390 |
| Michigan | $46 | $138 | $276 |
| Minnesota | $51 | $153 | $306 |
| Mississippi | $39 | $117 | $234 |
| Missouri | $44 | $131 | $261 |
| Montana | $48 | $143 | $285 |
| Nebraska | $44 | $132 | $264 |
| Nevada | $51 | $153 | $306 |
| New Hampshire | $56 | $168 | $336 |
| New Jersey | $63 | $188 | $375 |
| New Mexico | $45 | $135 | $270 |
| New York | $66 | $198 | $396 |
| North Carolina | $45 | $135 | $270 |
| North Dakota | $45 | $135 | $270 |
| Ohio | $45 | $135 | $270 |
| Oklahoma | $42 | $125 | $249 |
| Oregon | $55 | $165 | $330 |
| Pennsylvania | $51 | $153 | $306 |
| Rhode Island | $57 | $173 | $345 |
| South Carolina | $44 | $131 | $261 |
| South Dakota | $43 | $128 | $255 |
| Tennessee | $43 | $129 | $258 |
| Texas | $47 | $140 | $279 |
| Utah | $48 | $143 | $285 |
| Vermont | $54 | $162 | $324 |
| Virginia | $53 | $158 | $315 |
| Washington | $57 | $173 | $345 |
| West Virginia | $40 | $120 | $240 |
| Wisconsin | $47 | $141 | $282 |
| Wyoming | $46 | $138 | $276 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I rekey or replace my locks?
Rekey if the locks are in good condition and you just need new keys (after moving, losing keys). Replace if the locks are old, damaged, or you want an upgrade.
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