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Furnace Replacement cost (2026)
Replacing a residential furnace, including the unit and installation labor. Enter your city below for an estimate adjusted to local labor, climate and permit fees.
Homeowners typically pay about $5,400 as a national figure — your city changes the number.
Furnace Replacement cost by type
National ranges by option. Localize any of these to your city below.
| Type | National 2026 range |
|---|---|
| Gas furnace | $3,700 – $6,900 |
| High-efficiency gas furnace | $3,300 – $6,900 |
| Electric furnace | $2,000 – $4,500 |
Popular furnace replacement estimates
The most-searched cities for this project, each with its local 2026 range.
Most-searched furnace replacement markets
These metros see the most demand for this project, each with a full 2026 local breakdown.
- Furnace Replacement · Indianapolis, IN$4,450 – $8,050
- Furnace Replacement · New York, NY$4,900 – $8,850
- Furnace Replacement · Denver, CO$4,700 – $8,450
- Furnace Replacement · Chicago, IL$4,900 – $8,800
- Furnace Replacement · Los Angeles, CA$4,400 – $7,900
- Furnace Replacement · Dallas, TX$3,750 – $6,700
- Furnace Replacement · San Diego, CA$4,450 – $8,000
- Furnace Replacement · Houston, TX$3,700 – $6,600
- Furnace Replacement · Phoenix, AZ$3,750 – $6,700
- Furnace Replacement · San Antonio, TX$3,600 – $6,500
- Furnace Replacement · Philadelphia, PA$4,500 – $8,100
- Furnace Replacement · Seattle, WA$4,800 – $8,600
- Furnace Replacement · Austin, TX$3,800 – $6,800
- Furnace Replacement · Fort Worth, TX$3,750 – $6,700
- Furnace Replacement · Memphis, TN$3,850 – $6,900
- Furnace Replacement · Boston, MA$4,950 – $8,850
- Furnace Replacement · Detroit, MI$4,400 – $7,900
- Furnace Replacement · San Jose, CA$5,000 – $8,950
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2026 estimates for major U.S. cities, fully localized. Tap through for any city's full breakdown.
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Furnace Replacement cost by state
Choose your state below; we've localized this project for 1000+ cities across 51 states.
- Alabama12
- Alaska1
- Arizona25
- Arkansas10
- California212
- Colorado21
- Connecticut15
- Delaware2
- District of Columbia1
- Florida73
- Georgia18
- Hawaii1
- Idaho8
- Illinois52
- Indiana21
- Iowa13
- Kansas11
- Kentucky5
- Louisiana9
- Maine1
- Maryland7
- Massachusetts36
- Michigan31
- Minnesota24
- Mississippi6
- Missouri16
- Montana4
- Nebraska4
- Nevada6
- New Hampshire3
- New Jersey22
- New Mexico7
- New York17
- North Carolina22
- North Dakota4
- Ohio33
- Oklahoma11
- Oregon14
- Pennsylvania13
- Rhode Island6
- South Carolina12
- South Dakota2
- Tennessee17
- Texas83
- Utah19
- Vermont1
- Virginia17
- Washington28
- West Virginia2
- Wisconsin20
- Wyoming2
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What affects the price
- Fuel type (gas vs electric) and AFUE efficiency rating
- Heating capacity (BTU) needed for your square footage
- Condition of existing ductwork and venting
- Whether a chimney liner or new gas line is required
Ways to cut the cost
- Get at least 3 quotes — installed prices vary widely
- Right-size the unit; oversizing wastes money and cycles hard
- Look for utility rebates on high-efficiency models
- Schedule in the off-season (spring/summer) for better rates
Cheapest time for furnace replacement
Why spring and fall are cheaper: contractors have open calendar space and compete harder for the work. Why summer and deep winter are expensive: a broken system in extreme weather isn't optional, so you lose your negotiating leverage.
Furnace Replacement cost questions
How much does furnace replacement cost in 2026?
Nationally, furnace replacement runs about $3,800–$7,000, with most homeowners paying around $5,400. Your city moves this based on local labor, climate and permits — El Paso, TX is among the lowest ($4,600) and San Jose, CA among the highest ($7,000).
What are the main types of furnace replacement and how do they compare?
Gas furnace ($3,700–$6,900); High-efficiency gas furnace ($3,300–$6,900); Electric furnace ($2,000–$4,500). Pick a city below to localize any of these to your area.
What affects the cost of furnace replacement?
Fuel type (gas vs electric) and AFUE efficiency rating; Heating capacity (BTU) needed for your square footage; Condition of existing ductwork and venting; Whether a chimney liner or new gas line is required.
When is the cheapest time for furnace replacement?
The best window is spring and fall (mar–may, sep–oct), when demand drops and installers discount — typically 5–15% off peak pricing. Avoid peak summer and mid-winter.