How Much Does Pest Control Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Pest Control Include?
Pest control treats infestations of insects, rodents, and other pests. Options include one-time treatments, quarterly service plans, and specialized treatments for termites, bed bugs, or wildlife.
The national average cost for pest control is $250 per treatment. Most homeowners pay between $100 and $500, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Pest Type
Ants/roaches: $100-$250. Mice/rats: $200-$500. Termites: $500-$2,500. Bed bugs: $1,000-$3,000. Wildlife removal: $200-$600
Plan
One-time: $150-$400. Quarterly plan: $100-$200/quarter. Annual: $400-$700
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Pest type
- ✓Infestation severity
- ✓Home size
- ✓Treatment method
- ✓One-time vs ongoing plan
- ✓Warranty
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Quarterly plans ($30-$50/month) are cheaper per treatment than one-time calls
- 2.Prevention is cheaper than treatment — seal entry points and eliminate food sources
- 3.Get multiple quotes for termite treatment — prices vary widely
- 4.DIY works for minor ant and roach issues
📈 Pest Control Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.9% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $212 | — |
| 2021 | $221 | +4.2% |
| 2022 | $235 | +6.3% |
| 2023 | $242 | +3.0% |
| 2024 | $250 | +3.3% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Pest Control 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 | $82 | $205 | $410 |
| Alaska | $128 | $320 | $640 |
| Arizona | $95 | $238 | $475 |
| Arkansas | $80 | $200 | $400 |
| California | $135 | $338 | $675 |
| Colorado | $108 | $270 | $540 |
| Connecticut | $122 | $305 | $610 |
| Delaware | $105 | $263 | $525 |
| Florida | $98 | $245 | $490 |
| Georgia | $90 | $225 | $450 |
| Hawaii | $142 | $355 | $710 |
| Idaho | $92 | $230 | $460 |
| Illinois | $105 | $263 | $525 |
| Indiana | $88 | $220 | $440 |
| Iowa | $86 | $215 | $430 |
| Kansas | $85 | $213 | $425 |
| Kentucky | $84 | $210 | $420 |
| Louisiana | $87 | $218 | $435 |
| Maine | $102 | $255 | $510 |
| Maryland | $115 | $288 | $575 |
| Massachusetts | $130 | $325 | $650 |
| Michigan | $92 | $230 | $460 |
| Minnesota | $102 | $255 | $510 |
| Mississippi | $78 | $195 | $390 |
| Missouri | $87 | $218 | $435 |
| Montana | $95 | $238 | $475 |
| Nebraska | $88 | $220 | $440 |
| Nevada | $102 | $255 | $510 |
| New Hampshire | $112 | $280 | $560 |
| New Jersey | $125 | $313 | $625 |
| New Mexico | $90 | $225 | $450 |
| New York | $132 | $330 | $660 |
| North Carolina | $90 | $225 | $450 |
| North Dakota | $90 | $225 | $450 |
| Ohio | $90 | $225 | $450 |
| Oklahoma | $83 | $208 | $415 |
| Oregon | $110 | $275 | $550 |
| Pennsylvania | $102 | $255 | $510 |
| Rhode Island | $115 | $288 | $575 |
| South Carolina | $87 | $218 | $435 |
| South Dakota | $85 | $213 | $425 |
| Tennessee | $86 | $215 | $430 |
| Texas | $93 | $233 | $465 |
| Utah | $95 | $238 | $475 |
| Vermont | $108 | $270 | $540 |
| Virginia | $105 | $263 | $525 |
| Washington | $115 | $288 | $575 |
| West Virginia | $80 | $200 | $400 |
| Wisconsin | $94 | $235 | $470 |
| Wyoming | $92 | $230 | $460 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do I need pest control?
Quarterly treatments are the standard recommendation for ongoing prevention. One-time treatments work for isolated infestations.
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