Furnace Replacement cost in Minnesota (2026)
Across Minnesota, furnace replacement varies by your city's labor rates, climate and permit fees. Select your city below for a localized estimate.
furnace replacement typically falls in this range across 24 Minnesota cities — your exact estimate depends on local rates.
| City | Typical 2026 range |
|---|---|
| Minneapolis, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| St. Paul, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Rochester, MN | $4,100 – $7,400 |
| Bloomington, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Duluth, MN | $4,050 – $7,250 |
| Brooklyn Park, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Plymouth, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $4,100 – $7,400 |
| Woodbury, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Eagan, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Maple Grove, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Eden Prairie, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Burnsville, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Blaine, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Lakeville, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Minnetonka, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Apple Valley, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Edina, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| St. Louis Park, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Mankato, MN | $4,050 – $7,250 |
| Maplewood, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
| Moorhead, MN | $4,100 – $7,400 |
| Shakopee, MN | $4,750 – $8,600 |
Furnace Replacement cost by type in Minnesota
Typical 2026 ranges, localized to Minnesota labor, climate and permits.
| Type | Minnesota 2026 range |
|---|---|
| Gas furnace | $4,650 – $8,450 |
| High-efficiency gas furnace | $4,150 – $8,450 |
| Electric furnace | $2,600 – $5,600 |
Cheapest time for furnace replacement in Minnesota
HVAC demand collapses in the mild shoulder seasons, so installers discount to keep crews busy. The most expensive time to buy is during a heat wave or cold snap, when a dead system forces a full-price emergency replacement.
Rebates & incentives in Minnesota
HEAR liveMost 2026 rebates reward switching to a heat pump, not a like-for-like gas furnace. Replacing a gas furnace, your savings are mainly utility efficiency rebates (high-AFUE models) — but pricing out a heat pump often qualifies you for far larger rebates.
- Xcel Energy Rebates ↗Xcel Energy
Up to about $2,000 for a cold-climate heat pump, plus a $600 insulation bonus.
- CenterPoint Energy — Dual Fuel ↗CenterPoint Energy
About $1,100 for a dual-fuel system that hands off to a 92%+ AFUE gas furnace below 40°F.
Status: Minnesota lets you stack a utility rebate with the state HEAR program; CenterPoint's dual-fuel rebate requires a 92%+ AFUE backup furnace.
The federal 25C tax credit (up to $2,000 for heat pumps; $600 for high-efficiency AC or furnaces) and the 25D credit ended December 31, 2025 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — neither is available for 2026 installs. The remaining federal help is the IRA Home Electrification & Appliance Rebates (HEAR): up to $8,000 toward a heat pump for households under 150% of area median income, paid at point of sale where a state has launched its program.
Verified July 2026. Rebate budgets deplete and program windows change fast — confirm current amounts and eligibility with your utility and the DSIRE database before you budget. Costadia does not administer these programs.
Furnace Replacement in Minnesota
How much does furnace replacement cost in Minnesota?
Across Minnesota, furnace replacement typically runs $4,050–$8,600 in 2026, depending on your city's labor rates, climate and permit fees. Duluth is the most affordable (around $5,650) and Shakopee the most expensive (around $6,700).
Which Minnesota city is cheapest for furnace replacement?
Duluth has the lowest typical furnace replacement cost in Minnesota at about $5,650, while Shakopee is the highest at about $6,700 — a gap driven mostly by local labor rates.
How do other HVAC options compare in Minnesota?
In Minneapolis, Minnesota's largest market, furnace replacement typically runs $4,750–$8,600. For comparison, central AC installation runs $6,000–$12,850, heat pump installation runs $7,800–$14,150, full HVAC system replacement runs $9,500–$17,650. Each option has its own Minnesota cost guide with city-by-city pricing.
Why does furnace replacement cost vary across Minnesota?
The three levers are local labor rates, climate zone and permit fees. This is a cold-climate region, so heating performance is what matters most for furnace replacement. Prioritise a high-efficiency, properly-sized unit that can hold temperature through sustained sub-freezing spells, and confirm insulation and sealing first.
When is the cheapest time to replace in Minnesota?
The best window is spring and fall (mar–may, sep–oct), when demand drops and installers discount to keep crews busy — typically 5–15% off peak pricing. The priciest time is an emergency job during peak summer and mid-winter.
Does Minnesota require a permit for furnace replacement?
Most Minnesota cities require a permit for furnace replacement; it typically adds around $225 and is already included in the estimates above.
Other HVAC projects in Minnesota
Weighing your options? Typical 2026 ranges below are localized to Minneapolis, Minnesota's largest market — open any project for the full statewide breakdown.