How Much Does Tooth Extraction Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Tooth Extraction Include?
Tooth extraction removes a damaged, decayed, or impacted tooth. Simple extractions are quick office procedures while surgical extractions (like wisdom teeth) are more complex.
The national average cost for tooth extraction is $250 per tooth. Most homeowners pay between $75 and $600, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Type
Simple extraction: $75-$200. Surgical extraction: $200-$400. Impacted wisdom tooth: $300-$600
Wisdom Teeth
All 4 wisdom teeth: $1,000-$3,000 depending on impaction
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Simple vs surgical extraction
- ✓Tooth location
- ✓Impaction level
- ✓Anesthesia type
- ✓Number of teeth
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Simple extractions are much cheaper than surgical
- 2.Ask about package pricing for multiple extractions (wisdom teeth)
- 3.Dental schools offer extractions at 50-70% less
- 4.Check if your dental insurance covers extractions
📈 Tooth Extraction Cost Trends (2022–2026)
Prices have increased +17.9% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $212 | — |
| 2023 | $221 | +4.2% |
| 2024 | $235 | +6.3% |
| 2025 | $242 | +3.0% |
| 2026 | $250 | +3.3% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Tooth Extraction 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 | $61 | $205 | $492 |
| Alaska | $96 | $320 | $768 |
| Arizona | $71 | $238 | $570 |
| Arkansas | $60 | $200 | $480 |
| California | $101 | $338 | $810 |
| Colorado | $81 | $270 | $648 |
| Connecticut | $92 | $305 | $732 |
| Delaware | $79 | $263 | $630 |
| District of Columbia | $94 | $313 | $750 |
| Florida | $74 | $245 | $588 |
| Georgia | $68 | $225 | $540 |
| Hawaii | $107 | $355 | $852 |
| Idaho | $69 | $230 | $552 |
| Illinois | $79 | $263 | $630 |
| Indiana | $66 | $220 | $528 |
| Iowa | $65 | $215 | $516 |
| Kansas | $64 | $213 | $510 |
| Kentucky | $63 | $210 | $504 |
| Louisiana | $65 | $218 | $522 |
| Maine | $77 | $255 | $612 |
| Maryland | $86 | $288 | $690 |
| Massachusetts | $98 | $325 | $780 |
| Michigan | $69 | $230 | $552 |
| Minnesota | $77 | $255 | $612 |
| Mississippi | $59 | $195 | $468 |
| Missouri | $65 | $218 | $522 |
| Montana | $71 | $238 | $570 |
| Nebraska | $66 | $220 | $528 |
| Nevada | $77 | $255 | $612 |
| New Hampshire | $84 | $280 | $672 |
| New Jersey | $94 | $313 | $750 |
| New Mexico | $68 | $225 | $540 |
| New York | $99 | $330 | $792 |
| North Carolina | $68 | $225 | $540 |
| North Dakota | $68 | $225 | $540 |
| Ohio | $68 | $225 | $540 |
| Oklahoma | $62 | $208 | $498 |
| Oregon | $83 | $275 | $660 |
| Pennsylvania | $77 | $255 | $612 |
| Rhode Island | $86 | $288 | $690 |
| South Carolina | $65 | $218 | $522 |
| South Dakota | $64 | $213 | $510 |
| Tennessee | $65 | $215 | $516 |
| Texas | $70 | $233 | $558 |
| Utah | $71 | $238 | $570 |
| Vermont | $81 | $270 | $648 |
| Virginia | $79 | $263 | $630 |
| Washington | $86 | $288 | $690 |
| West Virginia | $60 | $200 | $480 |
| Wisconsin | $71 | $235 | $564 |
| Wyoming | $69 | $230 | $552 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does recovery take?
Simple extraction: 1-2 days. Surgical: 3-5 days. Wisdom teeth: 5-7 days for full recovery.
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