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Tank Water Heater Replacement cost (2026)
Replacing a standard storage-tank water heater, including the unit and installation. Select your city for a localized number, adjusted for labor rates, climate and permits.
Homeowners typically pay about $2,100 as a national figure — your city changes the number.
Tank Water Heater Replacement cost by type
National ranges by option. Localize any of these to your city below.
| Type | National 2026 range |
|---|---|
| Gas (40–50 gal) | $1,100 – $1,800 |
| Electric (40–50 gal) | $900 – $1,600 |
| High-capacity (75 gal) | $1,800 – $3,100 |
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Tank Water Heater Replacement cost by state
Pick your state to see every city we cover — 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)
- Tank capacity (40, 50 or 75+ gallons)
- Code-required upgrades (expansion tank, venting, straps)
- Accessibility of the install location
Ways to cut the cost
- Right-size the tank to your household — bigger isn't always better
- Electric tanks cost less upfront than gas
- Replace before failure to avoid emergency-call premiums
- Check rebates on high-efficiency models
Cheapest time for tank water heater replacement
An aging tank tends to give out in winter, when it's working hardest against cold incoming water — and that's exactly when replacement costs the most. Get ahead of it.
Tank Water Heater Replacement cost questions
How much does tank water heater replacement cost in 2026?
Nationally, tank water heater replacement runs about $1,100–$3,100, with most homeowners paying around $2,100. Your city moves this based on local labor, climate and permits — El Paso, TX is among the lowest ($1,950) and San Jose, CA among the highest ($2,750).
What are the main types of tank water heater replacement and how do they compare?
Gas (40–50 gal) ($1,100–$1,800); Electric (40–50 gal) ($900–$1,600); High-capacity (75 gal) ($1,800–$3,100). Pick a city below to localize any of these to your area.
What affects the cost of tank water heater replacement?
Fuel type (gas vs electric); Tank capacity (40, 50 or 75+ gallons); Code-required upgrades (expansion tank, venting, straps); Accessibility of the install location.
When is the cheapest time for tank water heater replacement?
The best window is spring and early fall, when demand drops and installers discount — typically 5–10% off peak pricing. Avoid deep winter (failure season).