How Much Does Termite Treatment Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Termite Treatment Include?
Termite treatment protects your home from wood-destroying insects through liquid barrier treatments, bait stations, fumigation, or spot treatments depending on the severity of infestation.
The national average cost for termite treatment is $575 per treatment. Most homeowners pay between $225 and $2,500, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Treatment type
Liquid barrier: $225-$900. Bait stations: $800-$1,500. Tenting/fumigation: $1,200-$2,500. Spot treatment: $225-$450
Home size
Under 1,500 sq ft: $225-$600. 1,500-3,000 sq ft: $500-$1,200. Over 3,000 sq ft: $1,000-$2,500
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Treatment type
- ✓Home size
- ✓Severity of infestation
- ✓Soil conditions
- ✓Annual monitoring plan
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Get annual inspections to catch problems early ($75-$150)
- 2.Liquid treatments are cheaper than fumigation
- 3.Ask about ongoing monitoring contracts
- 4.Fix moisture issues — termites love damp wood
📈 Termite Treatment Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.8% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $488 | — |
| 2021 | $509 | +4.3% |
| 2022 | $542 | +6.5% |
| 2023 | $557 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $575 | +3.2% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Termite Treatment 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 | $185 | $472 | $2,050 |
| Alaska | $288 | $736 | $3,200 |
| Arizona | $214 | $546 | $2,375 |
| Arkansas | $180 | $460 | $2,000 |
| California | $304 | $776 | $3,375 |
| Colorado | $243 | $621 | $2,700 |
| Connecticut | $275 | $702 | $3,050 |
| Delaware | $236 | $604 | $2,625 |
| Florida | $221 | $564 | $2,450 |
| Georgia | $203 | $518 | $2,250 |
| Hawaii | $320 | $817 | $3,550 |
| Idaho | $207 | $529 | $2,300 |
| Illinois | $236 | $604 | $2,625 |
| Indiana | $198 | $506 | $2,200 |
| Iowa | $194 | $495 | $2,150 |
| Kansas | $191 | $489 | $2,125 |
| Kentucky | $189 | $483 | $2,100 |
| Louisiana | $196 | $500 | $2,175 |
| Maine | $230 | $587 | $2,550 |
| Maryland | $259 | $661 | $2,875 |
| Massachusetts | $293 | $748 | $3,250 |
| Michigan | $207 | $529 | $2,300 |
| Minnesota | $230 | $587 | $2,550 |
| Mississippi | $176 | $449 | $1,950 |
| Missouri | $196 | $500 | $2,175 |
| Montana | $214 | $546 | $2,375 |
| Nebraska | $198 | $506 | $2,200 |
| Nevada | $230 | $587 | $2,550 |
| New Hampshire | $252 | $644 | $2,800 |
| New Jersey | $281 | $719 | $3,125 |
| New Mexico | $203 | $518 | $2,250 |
| New York | $297 | $759 | $3,300 |
| North Carolina | $203 | $518 | $2,250 |
| North Dakota | $203 | $518 | $2,250 |
| Ohio | $203 | $518 | $2,250 |
| Oklahoma | $187 | $477 | $2,075 |
| Oregon | $248 | $633 | $2,750 |
| Pennsylvania | $230 | $587 | $2,550 |
| Rhode Island | $259 | $661 | $2,875 |
| South Carolina | $196 | $500 | $2,175 |
| South Dakota | $191 | $489 | $2,125 |
| Tennessee | $194 | $495 | $2,150 |
| Texas | $209 | $535 | $2,325 |
| Utah | $214 | $546 | $2,375 |
| Vermont | $243 | $621 | $2,700 |
| Virginia | $236 | $604 | $2,625 |
| Washington | $259 | $661 | $2,875 |
| West Virginia | $180 | $460 | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin | $212 | $541 | $2,350 |
| Wyoming | $207 | $529 | $2,300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I get a termite inspection?
Annually. Most pest control companies offer annual inspection plans for $75-$200/year, which is far cheaper than treating an active infestation.
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