Furnace Replacement Cost
$2,950 – $8,350A typical furnace replacement costs about $2,950 to $8,350 in the U.S. That covers a gas furnace on existing ductwork and gas line. The range reflects parts, job difficulty and local labor rates.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $2,500 | $6,500 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 6 | 14 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $73 | $132 |
| Estimated total | $2,950 | $8,350 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the national median wage from BLS (2025, $29.33 an hour) times 2.5 to 4.5 to cover payroll costs, overhead, travel and profit. How we estimate
What our assumptions are based on
| Item | Sourced figure | Basis | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parts | $1,249 – $1,835 | Budget Heating listed prices for 20 gas furnaces, all 80% AFUE, 40,000 to 135,000 BTU. No 90%+ AFUE models were on this list. | Budget Heating |
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| This Old House | $3,800 | $10,000 | Gas furnace installed. Page dated June 2026. |
| Today's Homeowner | $3,300 | $7,800 | Gas furnace replacement installed. Page dated September 2025. |
| Bob Vila | $3,800 | $10,000 | Gas furnace installed. Page dated April 2024. |
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This job often needs a permit. Check with your local building department before work starts.
Estimated cost by state
| State | HVAC Technician median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $23.26 | $2,850 | $7,950 |
| Alaska | $37.23 | $3,050 | $8,850 |
| Arizona | $28.56 | $2,950 | $8,300 |
| Arkansas | $23.13 | $2,850 | $7,950 |
| California | $34.88 | $3,000 | $8,700 |
| Colorado | $31.35 | $2,950 | $8,500 |
| Connecticut | $36.83 | $3,050 | $8,800 |
| Delaware | $29.96 | $2,950 | $8,400 |
| District of Columbia | $40.57 | $3,100 | $9,050 |
| Florida | $27.24 | $2,900 | $8,200 |
| Georgia | $27.11 | $2,900 | $8,200 |
| Hawaii | $31.47 | $2,950 | $8,500 |
| Idaho | $27.04 | $2,900 | $8,200 |
| Illinois | $37.21 | $3,050 | $8,850 |
| Indiana | $29.05 | $2,950 | $8,350 |
| Iowa | $29.17 | $2,950 | $8,350 |
| Kansas | $29.07 | $2,950 | $8,350 |
| Kentucky | $28.18 | $2,900 | $8,300 |
| Louisiana | $28.20 | $2,900 | $8,300 |
| Maine | $30.37 | $2,950 | $8,400 |
| Maryland | $33.67 | $3,000 | $8,600 |
| Massachusetts | $37.16 | $3,050 | $8,850 |
| Michigan | $29.26 | $2,950 | $8,350 |
| Minnesota | $36.71 | $3,050 | $8,800 |
| Mississippi | $23.41 | $2,850 | $7,950 |
| Missouri | $28.82 | $2,950 | $8,300 |
| Montana | $29.26 | $2,950 | $8,350 |
| Nebraska | $28.77 | $2,950 | $8,300 |
| Nevada | $29.09 | $2,950 | $8,350 |
| New Hampshire | $35.51 | $3,050 | $8,750 |
| New Jersey | $35.79 | $3,050 | $8,750 |
| New Mexico | $24.17 | $2,850 | $8,000 |
| New York | $35.78 | $3,050 | $8,750 |
| North Carolina | $27.53 | $2,900 | $8,250 |
| North Dakota | $35.81 | $3,050 | $8,750 |
| Ohio | $30.06 | $2,950 | $8,400 |
| Oklahoma | $27.67 | $2,900 | $8,250 |
| Oregon | $30.26 | $2,950 | $8,400 |
| Pennsylvania | $30.00 | $2,950 | $8,400 |
| Rhode Island | $32.39 | $3,000 | $8,550 |
| South Carolina | $27.22 | $2,900 | $8,200 |
| South Dakota | $29.51 | $2,950 | $8,350 |
| Tennessee | $26.68 | $2,900 | $8,200 |
| Texas | $27.77 | $2,900 | $8,250 |
| Utah | $28.24 | $2,900 | $8,300 |
| Vermont | $29.88 | $2,950 | $8,400 |
| Virginia | $28.72 | $2,950 | $8,300 |
| Washington | $36.38 | $3,050 | $8,800 |
| West Virginia | $23.49 | $2,850 | $8,000 |
| Wisconsin | $29.67 | $2,950 | $8,350 |
| Wyoming | $26.30 | $2,900 | $8,150 |
Common questions
How much does furnace replacement cost?
A typical furnace replacement costs about $2,950 to $8,350 in the U.S. That covers a gas furnace on existing ductwork and gas line. The range reflects parts, job difficulty and local labor rates.
Which states cost the most for furnace replacement?
Labor is the part that changes by state. See the table on this page for each state's estimate.
Can I replace my furnace with a heat pump?
Often yes. ENERGY STAR says that in most climate zones an air-source heat pump can be a drop-in replacement when a central AC or furnace needs replacing. In very cold weather, it says pairing the heat pump with a backup energy source heats most efficiently, so ask your contractor. Source
Can a new furnace be claimed on my taxes?
The IRS page says you can claim the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit, which listed gas, propane and oil furnaces, for improvements made through December 31, 2025, and it gives no later date. This is general information, not tax advice, so ask a tax professional about your situation. Source
General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.