Most cosmetic procedure projects cost between $3,000 and $25,000 per procedure, with a typical price near $7,500. Prices vary by state and city, so the range below is a planning guide rather than a quote.
Typical cosmetic procedure cost
$3,000 – $25,000
per procedure · typical $7,500
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Cosmetic procedure cost breakdown
- Breast augmentation$5,000 – $10,000typical $6,500
- Facelift$10,000 – $25,000typical $15,000
- Liposuction (abdomen)$3,000 – $8,000typical $5,000
What Plastic Surgery costs
Fees include surgeon, anesthesia, facility, and follow-ups. Prices vary by body area, surgeon reputation, and geography. Most procedures are out-of-pocket as insurance rarely covers cosmetic work.
Costs by state
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently asked questions
Is plastic surgery covered by insurance?
Only if medically necessary (e.g., reconstruction after cancer). Cosmetic procedures are not covered.
What drives the high cost?
Surgeon expertise, operating room fees, anesthesia, and geographic location. Complex procedures cost more.
How can I reduce costs?
Consider traveling to lower-cost areas, choose a trainee surgeon, or look for package deals. Ensure safety first.