How Much Does Breast Augmentation Cost?

The average cost of breast augmentation is $6,675, according to 24,562 patient reviews on RealSelf. However, the price of a “boob job” can range from $3,900 to $12,500.

Read on to find out: 

  • everything the total cost of breast augmentation surgery includes 
  • which factors have the biggest impact on the price you’ll pay
  • whether real patients say their results were worth the money
  • how the average cost differs by U.S. state 

Or learn more about procedure options, risks, and recovery time in our complete guide to breast augmentation.

What does the cost of breast augmentation include?

During your initial consultation with a plastic surgeon, they’ll recommend a personalized treatment plan for augmentation with breast implants, fat transfer, and/or a breast lift. 

This is the time to get a written estimate of all your breast surgery costs, including:

  • the consultation fee (which is typically applied toward the cost of surgery)
  • the surgeon fee
  • facility fees for the outpatient surgery center or operating room
  • anesthesia fees
  • post-op care
  • follow-up visits

Also, find out if you’ll need to budget for any additional expenses. This may include:

  • pre-op medical tests, such as a mammogram or bloodwork
  • prescription pain medications
  • a support bra

Finally, ask how your surgeon handles the cost of revision surgery, if you don’t like your results or have a complication. Some surgeons waive their fee for revisions of the surgeries they've performed, but usually, that only applies to correcting breast implant complications like capsular contracture (a hard capsule of scar tissue), implant rupture, or rippling and wrinkling—not fine-tuning the aesthetic results.

Even if their fee is waived, you may still have to cover fees for the facility, anesthesia, and surgical supplies, though some breast implant warranties offer several thousand dollars in assistance to help correct certain types of complications. 

Related: Essential Questions to Ask at Your Breast Augmentation Consultation

What affects breast augmentation costs?

The price you pay for breast augmentation will depend on:

1. Your surgeon’s credentials and level of expertise.

Cosmetic breast surgery is best performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon, who has years of experience (ideally a decade or more) performing breast enhancement procedures. 

Along with carefully reading their patient reviews and scrutinizing their before and after photos, make sure they have been certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).  

It is possible to get a cheap breast augmentation, especially from a general surgeon (who may market themselves as a “cosmetic surgeon”). But like so many things in life, you usually get what you pay for with plastic surgery procedures, and paying more up-front for a qualified surgeon may help you avoid revision surgery costs.

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2. The details of your procedure.

Some of the biggest variables in the price you’ll pay are related to the specific type of breast augmentation you have. During your consultation, ask the surgeon how their recommended treatment plan will impact your price.

For example: 

  • Fat transfer breast augmentation (aka natural breast augmentation) costs $9,300, on average
  • Breast implants cost $6,375, on average, while a breast lift with augmentation costs $9,000
  • Breast implant pricing also varies by type: saline implants usually cost about $1,000 less than silicone breast implants, and "gummy bear” silicone gel implants are the most expensive option
  • A high profile implant (narrower, with more projection) can also cost more than other shapes
  • Your surgeon might charge a “keller funnel fee” for placing your implants. This technique leaves a smaller scar and is believed to reduce the risk of capsular contracture, but it may cost more. Since many plastic surgeons consider breast implant placement via the keller funnel to be the standard of care for aseptic technique, this fee will likely be non-negotiable.
  • Areola or nipple surgery could also inflate your total bill

It’s also common for breast augmentation patients to have other cosmetic procedures during the same operation. Popular add-ons include:

A combination of two or more of these procedures is commonly called a mommy makeover, which has an average price tag of $12,800.

Having more than one procedure in a single operation dramatically increases your total bill, but it’s also more cost-effective than having each one separately: you’ll only have to pay the anesthesia fee and facility fee once, and most surgeons discount their fee for each additional procedure.

3. Where your surgery is performed. 

The cost of living, patient demand, and number of qualified surgeons performing breast augmentations in your area all impact how much it will cost to get your breasts done.

For example:

  • Boston, Massachusetts plastic surgeon Dr. Samuel Lin says that his surgeon’s fee for breast augmentation ranges from $5,000 to $12,000. He notes that "this cost is only part of the total price and does not include anesthesia, operating room facilities, post-procedure medications, or other related expenses.”
  • In Chicago, Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong says that breast augmentation costs in this metro area range from $6,995 to $8,995, "depending on your surgeon’s experience, the physical location of your surgery, facility fee, anesthesia, and the type of implant your surgeon recommends."
  • Livingston, New Jersey plastic surgeon Dr. John Paul Tutela says that prices near him range anywhere from $4,000 to a staggering $30,000 for a breast augmentation. "The cost is on the lower end in more rural areas and for a primary breast augmentation, which is a breast augmentation in somebody who hasn’t had one already and does not need a lift," he explains. "The price will be on the higher end in more urban areas, and in patients who require a breast lift and or a revision from prior surgery."

Another factor is the type of surgical facility itself. Many surgeons operate out of a private surgery center at their practice, with a lower facility fee than a hospital. 

If you go this route, make sure their facility is accredited and that your doctor has hospital admitting privileges nearby, in case of an emergency.

4. The type of anesthesia you have and who administers it.

Most surgeons perform breast augmentations under general anesthesia, which offers more comfort, safety, and surgical accuracy. It’s also possible to have the surgery under local anesthesia with IV sedation. 

Both of these options should be administered by a qualified professional, who will monitor your vitals throughout the procedure.

A nurse anesthetist (CRNA) will charge a lower fee than an anesthesiologist (an MD). While both are qualified, some patients and surgeons prefer the additional training and expertise of a medical doctor.

5. The time of year that you have your surgery.

It’s more common to find specials on breast augmentation during the summer months, a less popular time to undergo this type of procedure.

Before you spring for a deal on any type of cosmetic surgery, thoroughly research the provider. Again, make sure they’re a board-certified plastic surgeon with a solid track record of patient reviews and a photo gallery that reflects your desired aesthetic.

Is the cost of breast augmentation worth it?

Breast augmentation has a 95% Worth It Rating on RealSelf, so a solid majority of the more than 10,000 people who’ve reviewed their surgical procedure over the past few years think their results were worth the price they paid.

Those who are happy with their investment cite natural-looking results that boosted their self-confidence. 

Among those who say it wasn’t worth it, some report that their implants are sagging or asymmetrical. Others say they’ve had negative health impacts that they attribute to breast implant illness.

It's important to discuss your breast enhancement options with an experienced plastic surgeon, who can talk you through all of the potential risks and side effects of breast implants. You may also want to consider fat transfer breast augmentation, if your surgeon determines that you’re a good candidate.

Does insurance cover breast augmentation?

Breast enhancement is an elective cosmetic procedure, so health insurance doesn’t cover the cost.

However, if your insurance plan covers mastectomy or lumpectomy for breast cancer treatment or prevention, it should be required by U.S. law to cover your breast reconstruction method of choice.

Can you finance a breast augmentation procedure?

Yes, most practices offer payment plans or accept financing options.

The CareCredit credit card is widely accepted by providers across the U.S., for both plastic surgery and nonsurgical procedures.

Where can I get breast augmentation near me?

You can find experienced, board-certified plastic surgeons who specialize in breast augmentation near you on RealSelf. 

Because everyone’s situation is unique, a personalized consultation is the best way to get an accurate breast augmentation cost quote.

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Breast augmentation costs by state

How much is a boob job near you? Compare average breast augmentation prices and cost ranges by U.S. state. According to recent patient reviews on RealSelf, the cheapest state to get breast augmentation is Alabama, while the most expensive is Hawaii. 

You may also consider traveling internationally to save money on your procedure.

State

Average Cost

Alabama

$4,210

Alaska

$8,340

Arizona

$6,900

Arkansas

$5,459

California

$7,354

Colorado

$7,710

Connecticut

$8,162

Delaware

$5,165

Florida

$5,265

Georgia

$5,823

Hawaii

$9,585

Idaho

$6,125

Illinois

$7,223

Indiana

$5,821

Iowa

$6,567

Kansas

$5,937

Kentucky

$6,651

Louisiana

$6,689

Maine

$7,585

Maryland

$6,534

Massachusetts

$8,203

Michigan

$6,764

Minnesota

$7,043

Mississippi

$5,334

Missouri

$7,011

Montana

$6,732

Nebraska

$6,081

Nevada

$6,091

New Hampshire

$7,667

New Jersey

$7,921

New Mexico

$6,450

New York

$8,187

North Carolina

$6,519

North Dakota

$6,085

Ohio

$7,055

Oklahoma

$4,804

Oregon

$7,262

Pennsylvania

$7,079

Rhode Island

$8,862

South Carolina

$5,725

Tennessee

$6,164

Texas

$6,286

Utah

$5,945

Virginia

$6,486

Washington State

$7,876

Washington, D.C.

$8,510

West Virginia

$6,074

Wisconsin

$7,651

Breast augmentation costs in major U.S. metros

Metro Area

Average Cost

Atlanta, GA

$6,865

Austin, TX

$8,084

Baltimore, MD

$7,704

Birmingham, AL

$4,884

Boston, MA

$8,746

Charleston, SC

$6,975

Charlotte, NC

$6,615

Chicago, IL

$8,290

Colorado Springs, CO

$6,457

Columbus, GA

$5,406

Columbus, OH

$8,401

Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

$6,895

Denver, CO

$9,012

Detroit, MI

$6,948

Grand Rapids, MI

$7,217

Honolulu, HI

$11,400

Houston, TX

$6,815

Indianapolis, IN

$5,744

Jacksonville, FL

$5,807

Kansas City, MO

$6,171

Knoxville, TN

$5,600

Las Vegas, NV

$6,674

Los Angeles, CA

$8,925

Miami, FL

$5,450

Milwaukee, WI

$7,923

Minneapolis-St Paul, MN

$7,470

Nashville, TN

$6,939

New York City

$9,445

North New Jersey

$8,943

Oklahoma City, OK

$4,779

Omaha, NE

$6,981

Orange County, CA

$7,707

Orlando, FL

$6,685

Philadelphia & South New Jersey

$7,322

Phoenix, AZ

$8,614

Pittsburgh, PA

$7,539

Portland, OR

$7,712

Raleigh-Durham, NC

$7,565

Richmond, VA

$6,540

Sacramento, CA

$7,578

Salt Lake City, UT

$7,150

San Antonio, TX

$6,405

San Diego, CA

$7,719

San Francisco, CA

$9,782

Seattle-Tacoma, WA

$8,427

Spokane, WA

$8,785

St Louis, MO

$8,450

Tampa, FL

$6,600

Tucson, AZ

$5,414

Washington, DC

$6,706

West Palm Beach, FL

$7,960

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