How much is a boob job?
A breast augmentation (boob job) in the U.S. typically costs $6,000 to $12,000 all-in for 2026, though prices range from about $4,500 in lower-cost markets to $15,000 in major coastal cities. The surgeon's fee alone averages around $4,875.
Cost breakdown
| Option | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Typical all-inclusive package | $6,000–$12,000 | Surgeon, anesthesia, facility, and implants combined |
| Surgeon's fee only (ASPS average) | ~$4,875 | Does not include anesthesia, OR, or implant costs |
| Anesthesia | $600–$2,000 | Board-certified anesthesiologist or CRNA |
| Operating room / facility fee | $1,500–$3,500 | Accredited surgical center |
| Major coastal markets (LA, NYC, Miami) | $10,000–$15,000 | Beverly Hills packages trend to the high end |
What drives the price
A quoted breast augmentation price is rarely a single number. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons lists an average surgeon's fee of about $4,875, but that figure excludes anesthesia, the operating room, implants, and other facility charges. Once those are added, most patients pay $6,000 to $12,000 for a primary procedure.
Implant type is a major variable. Saline implants are usually the most affordable, adding roughly $1,000 to $2,000 over the base surgical fee. Silicone gel implants add about $2,000 to $3,000, and highly cohesive form-stable (gummy bear) implants can add $3,000 to $5,000.
How location changes the cost
Geography has a large effect on price. Coastal metropolitan markets such as Los Angeles, New York, and Miami trend toward the higher end, with all-inclusive packages in areas like Beverly Hills often running $10,000 to $15,000 depending on implant choice and surgical complexity.
Midwest and southern markets are generally less expensive, often falling between $6,500 and $9,500 for a comparable procedure. Surgeon experience and reputation also push the price up, since highly sought-after, board-certified plastic surgeons command higher fees.
Insurance, financing, and extras
Breast augmentation for cosmetic reasons is almost never covered by health insurance, so it is typically an out-of-pocket expense. Reconstruction after mastectomy is a separate category that may be covered. Many practices offer financing through providers like CareCredit to spread payments over time.
Be sure to ask whether a quote is all-inclusive. Costs such as pre-op labs, the surgical garment, prescriptions, follow-up visits, and any future revision surgery may or may not be bundled into the headline price, and they can add several hundred dollars or more.
Frequently asked questions
- Does insurance cover a boob job?
- Cosmetic breast augmentation is generally not covered by insurance. Breast reconstruction after a mastectomy may be covered.
- Why do quotes vary so much?
- Price depends on surgeon fees, implant type, anesthesia, facility fees, and your city. Major coastal markets cost the most.
- What is included in an all-inclusive package?
- Usually the surgeon's fee, anesthesia, operating room, and implants. Confirm whether labs, garments, and follow-ups are included.
Researched and edited by Calvin Lauderdale, Lead Researcher & Editor. Figures on this page were verified against the sources above as of June 23, 2026.