Most root canal projects cost between $700 and $1,800 per tooth, with a typical price near $1,200. Prices vary by state and city, so the range below is a planning guide rather than a quote.
Typical root canal cost
$700 – $1,800
per tooth · typical $1,200
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Root canal cost breakdown
- Front tooth$700 – $1,000typical $900
- Premolar$800 – $1,200typical $1,000
- Molar$1,000 – $1,800typical $1,400
What Root Canals costs
Covers endodontist fee, anesthesia, and procedure. Costs vary by tooth location and complexity. A crown may be needed later (adds $1,500+).
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
Why is a root canal expensive?
Complexity, specialized equipment, and the need for anesthesia. Molars are harder to treat, costing more.
Does insurance cover root canals?
Typically 50-80% after deductible, but coverage varies. Check your plan's annual maximum.
Can I avoid a root canal?
Good oral hygiene prevents decay. If you need one, delaying treatment worsens infection and raises costs.