Most urgent care visit projects cost between $100 and $200 per visit, with a typical price near $150. Prices vary by state and city, so the range below is a planning guide rather than a quote.
Typical urgent care visit cost
$100 – $200
per visit · typical $150
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Urgent care visit cost breakdown
- Basic visit$100 – $150typical $125
- Visit with lab test$150 – $250typical $200
- Visit with X-ray$200 – $400typical $300
What Urgent Care costs
An urgent care visit typically costs $100–$200 without insurance. With insurance, copays are $25–$75. Additional tests (lab, X-ray) add $50–$300.
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 urgent care cheaper than ER?
Lower overhead and less severe cases. ER visits average $1,200, while urgent care is a fraction. But urgent care is for non-emergencies.
How can I reduce costs?
Use in-network facilities, ask about cash discounts, and avoid unnecessary tests. Some centers post prices online.
Does insurance cover urgent care?
Yes, but copays vary. Some plans require prior authorization. Always check your plan's urgent care policy.