How Much Does Wheel Alignment Cost?
Updated for 2024 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Wheel Alignment Include?
A wheel alignment adjusts the angles of the wheels so they're perpendicular to the ground and parallel to each other. It prevents uneven tire wear and pulling.
The national average cost for wheel alignment is $100 per service. Most homeowners pay between $60 and $150, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Type
2-wheel (front): $50-$100. 4-wheel: $80-$150
Vehicle
Standard car: $60-$100. Truck/SUV: $80-$130. Luxury: $100-$200
Key Cost Factors
- ✓2-wheel vs 4-wheel alignment
- ✓Vehicle type
- ✓Adjustment difficulty
- ✓Additional suspension work needed
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Get an alignment every time you buy new tires
- 2.Many tire shops include a free alignment check
- 3.4-wheel alignment costs only $20-$40 more than 2-wheel and is more thorough
Wheel Alignment 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 | $49 | $82 | $123 |
| Alaska | $77 | $128 | $192 |
| Arizona | $57 | $95 | $143 |
| Arkansas | $48 | $80 | $120 |
| California | $81 | $135 | $203 |
| Colorado | $65 | $108 | $162 |
| Connecticut | $73 | $122 | $183 |
| Delaware | $63 | $105 | $158 |
| Florida | $59 | $98 | $147 |
| Georgia | $54 | $90 | $135 |
| Hawaii | $85 | $142 | $213 |
| Idaho | $55 | $92 | $138 |
| Illinois | $63 | $105 | $158 |
| Indiana | $53 | $88 | $132 |
| Iowa | $52 | $86 | $129 |
| Kansas | $51 | $85 | $128 |
| Kentucky | $50 | $84 | $126 |
| Louisiana | $52 | $87 | $131 |
| Maine | $61 | $102 | $153 |
| Maryland | $69 | $115 | $173 |
| Massachusetts | $78 | $130 | $195 |
| Michigan | $55 | $92 | $138 |
| Minnesota | $61 | $102 | $153 |
| Mississippi | $47 | $78 | $117 |
| Missouri | $52 | $87 | $131 |
| Montana | $57 | $95 | $143 |
| Nebraska | $53 | $88 | $132 |
| Nevada | $61 | $102 | $153 |
| New Hampshire | $67 | $112 | $168 |
| New Jersey | $75 | $125 | $188 |
| New Mexico | $54 | $90 | $135 |
| New York | $79 | $132 | $198 |
| North Carolina | $54 | $90 | $135 |
| North Dakota | $54 | $90 | $135 |
| Ohio | $54 | $90 | $135 |
| Oklahoma | $50 | $83 | $125 |
| Oregon | $66 | $110 | $165 |
| Pennsylvania | $61 | $102 | $153 |
| Rhode Island | $69 | $115 | $173 |
| South Carolina | $52 | $87 | $131 |
| South Dakota | $51 | $85 | $128 |
| Tennessee | $52 | $86 | $129 |
| Texas | $56 | $93 | $140 |
| Utah | $57 | $95 | $143 |
| Vermont | $65 | $108 | $162 |
| Virginia | $63 | $105 | $158 |
| Washington | $69 | $115 | $173 |
| West Virginia | $48 | $80 | $120 |
| Wisconsin | $56 | $94 | $141 |
| Wyoming | $55 | $92 | $138 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do I need an alignment?
Every 12,000-15,000 miles, or whenever you notice uneven tire wear or the vehicle pulling to one side.