How Much Does Tire Replacement Cost?
Updated for 2024 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Tire Replacement Include?
Tire replacement cost includes the tire, mounting, balancing, and valve stem. Most vehicles need all four tires replaced at once for even wear and handling.
The national average cost for tire replacement is $175 per tire. Most homeowners pay between $100 and $300, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Quality
Budget: $60-$100. Mid-range: $100-$175. Premium: $150-$300. Performance: $200-$400+
Size
Small car tires are cheapest. Truck and SUV tires cost 50-100% more
Full Set
Set of 4: $400-$1,200 installed for most vehicles
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Tire size
- ✓Brand and quality tier
- ✓Performance rating
- ✓Vehicle type
- ✓Warranty included
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Buy a full set of 4 for package discounts
- 2.Check for manufacturer rebates (common in spring and fall)
- 3.Consider online tire retailers — often 20-30% cheaper
- 4.Don't forget to factor in alignment if tires wore unevenly
Tire Replacement 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 | $144 | $246 |
| Alaska | $128 | $224 | $384 |
| Arizona | $95 | $166 | $285 |
| Arkansas | $80 | $140 | $240 |
| California | $135 | $236 | $405 |
| Colorado | $108 | $189 | $324 |
| Connecticut | $122 | $214 | $366 |
| Delaware | $105 | $184 | $315 |
| Florida | $98 | $172 | $294 |
| Georgia | $90 | $158 | $270 |
| Hawaii | $142 | $249 | $426 |
| Idaho | $92 | $161 | $276 |
| Illinois | $105 | $184 | $315 |
| Indiana | $88 | $154 | $264 |
| Iowa | $86 | $151 | $258 |
| Kansas | $85 | $149 | $255 |
| Kentucky | $84 | $147 | $252 |
| Louisiana | $87 | $152 | $261 |
| Maine | $102 | $179 | $306 |
| Maryland | $115 | $201 | $345 |
| Massachusetts | $130 | $228 | $390 |
| Michigan | $92 | $161 | $276 |
| Minnesota | $102 | $179 | $306 |
| Mississippi | $78 | $137 | $234 |
| Missouri | $87 | $152 | $261 |
| Montana | $95 | $166 | $285 |
| Nebraska | $88 | $154 | $264 |
| Nevada | $102 | $179 | $306 |
| New Hampshire | $112 | $196 | $336 |
| New Jersey | $125 | $219 | $375 |
| New Mexico | $90 | $158 | $270 |
| New York | $132 | $231 | $396 |
| North Carolina | $90 | $158 | $270 |
| North Dakota | $90 | $158 | $270 |
| Ohio | $90 | $158 | $270 |
| Oklahoma | $83 | $145 | $249 |
| Oregon | $110 | $193 | $330 |
| Pennsylvania | $102 | $179 | $306 |
| Rhode Island | $115 | $201 | $345 |
| South Carolina | $87 | $152 | $261 |
| South Dakota | $85 | $149 | $255 |
| Tennessee | $86 | $151 | $258 |
| Texas | $93 | $163 | $279 |
| Utah | $95 | $166 | $285 |
| Vermont | $108 | $189 | $324 |
| Virginia | $105 | $184 | $315 |
| Washington | $115 | $201 | $345 |
| West Virginia | $80 | $140 | $240 |
| Wisconsin | $94 | $165 | $282 |
| Wyoming | $92 | $161 | $276 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do tires last?
Most tires last 40,000-70,000 miles. Performance tires may last 25,000-40,000 miles. Always check tread depth.
Should I replace all 4 tires at once?
For AWD vehicles, yes. For 2WD, you can replace in pairs (both fronts or both rears) if the other pair has adequate tread.