Penis enlargement surgery costs $9,505 on average, according to real patient reviews. The price can range widely, from just $6,000 to as much as $15,000 to temporarily or permanently increase their penis length or girth.
In this comprehensive cost guide, we break down:
RealSelf Tip: The penis enlargement surgeries covered here are cosmetic procedures, intended to increase penis size. If you’re more concerned about treating erectile dysfunction (ED) to improve sexual performance or enhancing penile sensation, you may be a better candidate for treatment options like the P-Shot.
During your consultation with a provider, they should talk you through their recommended treatment plan and provide a detailed, all-in price quote. Make sure it includes:
If you don’t see any of these line items, ask if you’ll still need to include them in your budget.
Penile enlargement surgery has a 97% Worth It Rating from patients who reviewed their results on RealSelf.
Most who say it was “Worth It” cited improvements in girth, length (usually from additional weight), and self-esteem. Some mention greater sexual satisfaction. Several credit their chosen surgeons (and their staff members) for their positive experience.
Among those who say their results were “Not Worth It,” many either saw little to no improvement or were left with side effects like lumps, bumps, or other irregularities. Others reported complications that made their sex life and mental health worse. Most who weren’t happy had temporary dermal filler injections, rather than a surgical enhancement procedure.
Different types of penile enhancement surgery have various levels of effectiveness and different benefits. All types of penis enlargements also carry a risk of complications (some more than others) and require a pause in sexual activity during healing.
As you’re weighing your decision, it’s well worth it to consult with more than one provider, especially those who offer more than one solution. They’ll be less likely to try to sell you on a procedure that’s not really right for you.
Several factors affect the cost of penis enlargement surgery.
The type of procedure you choose will have a major impact on the price you pay.
The Urology Care Foundation (UCF) cautions patients that “the only legitimate reason for surgery is a condition called micropenis," a penis that’s 7.5 centimeters or less when fully stretched. Their position is that neither fat grafting nor suspensory ligament release have been shown to be safe and effective.
An experienced, qualified plastic surgeon or urologist who specializes in penis enhancement can recommend the best treatment option for your goals and budget. You may even want to consult with more than one provider, so you can compare their treatment plans and cost estimates.
You’ll pay more for penis enlargement surgery if the procedure is performed by a board-certified urologist or plastic surgeon who specializes in penile enhancement.
These providers have more training and experience, so they can charge more for both consultation fees (which may or may not be applied to the final cost of the procedure) and the surgery itself.
It’s important to choose a reputable, board-certified surgeon with a wealth of knowledge and experience to perform your procedure—even if that means paying more.
After all, if something goes wrong with the surgery, you may be left with permanent complications that can negatively impact your sexual health, your sex life, and confidence. You also want to avoid the need for reconstructive surgery, which can be even more expensive.
All surgical penis enlargement procedures require some type of anesthesia.
Fat transfer can be performed under local anesthesia, which can be administered by your surgeon or a trained member of their medical staff. This helps make fat transfer penis enlargement less expensive.
Suspensory ligament release and Penuma penile implant procedures are both performed under general anesthesia, which requires an anesthesiologist’s care and oversight during your procedure and will drive up the total cost of your surgery.
General anesthesia can be administered by either an anesthesiologist (an MD) or a nurse anesthetist. Both are technically qualified, but an anesthesiologist has more training, so they’ll charge more for their time and expertise. However, this extra cost could be worthwhile because they may increase your safety, particularly if you have an underlying health condition.
Providers in major cities typically have to charge more for penis enlargement surgery, due to their higher overhead for rent and staff salaries. This is especially true if your provider has a luxury practice in a high-rent neighborhood.
If cost is a concern, it can be worthwhile to consult with more than one qualified provider who has a more modest practice in a more affordable part of town (or a smaller nearby city). Personalized treatment plans and cost quotes from different providers can differ by hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars.
Another factor is the surgical facility itself. You’ll pay a lower facility fee if your procedure is performed in a private surgical center, compared to a hospital operating room.
Penis fillers can be administered by a healthcare professional in-office, with no additional facility fee.
Penis enlargement surgery is an elective cosmetic procedure (rather than being medically necessary), so it’s not covered by health insurance.
If you can’t afford the out-of-pocket costs of cosmetic male enhancement surgery, most providers accept financing options or offer monthly payment plans, to help make the cost more manageable.